flank

Example Sentences

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He added that the Apaches “have joined the fight on the southern flank.‘

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Last Tuesday, Olise darted infield from the right flank past a couple of players and curled a left-footed shot into the corner.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The audience roars as Keller and Knight flank Storrie before Knight jokes, “It was gonna be just us, but we thought we’d invite the guys too.”

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026

Since then, Nato has increased its military presence in the Arctic and Baltic Sea, as well as along the newly expanded eastern flank.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

The Dumpster’s metal flank felt cool and crusty against his bare back.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli