flanked

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My favorite one features Trump backstage, flanked by both Hogan and Andre the Giant, holding aloft the Winged Eagle belt, still one of the most iconic titles in the American pro-wrestling hierarchy.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

I would have liked to see Nilles take a bow, flanked by Lee and Lifeson.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

He is flanked by two flags, both the same - black with a white cross.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Another photo shows Kim standing next to a mobile launcher flanked by military officials.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

As two officers flanked him, a third officer on the other side of the counter began to question him.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers