fly

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The UK now has more female astronauts than male, and John McFall became the world's first astronaut professionally certified to fly to the International Space Station with a physical disability.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

“At this age where they have flight feathers or fledging feathers, they’re starting to branch out and learn how to fly and move around,” Evelo said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Stalin also urged party workers and supporters to fly black flags at their homes.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Germany said last month it is considering Boeing's Australian-developed Ghost Bat, designed to fly alongside a fighter jet and return to base, as it modernises its air force.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

“Don’t fly away. I’ll fix you peanut butter and jelly.”

From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold