flapped

Example Sentences

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Tide tables have become the stuff of national interest, and rare moments when the exhausted whale has blown water or flapped its fin have warranted breaking news bulletins.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

A U.S. flag flapped on a pole just above a Hanwha company flag.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

As the crowd bounced, Cocker flapped across the stage like a washing line in a stiff breeze, his arms flailing and pointing at random.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2025

An occasional scything wind flapped the flags flying at half-staff.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025

The startled bird tumbled from its perch, let loose a shrill whistle, and flapped its wings in panic.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri