flaps

Example Sentences

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He has difficulty sitting still or paying attention and flaps his hands when excited or upset.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025

These thrust differentials are coordinated with dual flaps on the trailing edges of the stubby wings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

"That would point to potential human error if flaps aren't set correctly."

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2025

The idea is for the flaps of the front wing to bend downwards under load at speed, reducing drag, before moving back up to increase downforce for corners.

From BBC • May 31, 2025

She flaps them and lifts off the ground.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas