flying

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But tensions shot up in 2024 when North Korea accused the South of flying drones into its capital.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

That’s when Anunoby appeared once again, flying over a scrum of Spurs that included 7-foot-4 Victor Wembanyama to reach the ball with the tips of his fingers and send it spinning through the rim.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

CEO Michael O’Leary said that even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed until the end of March 2027 “there would be about three or four airlines less flying in Europe.”

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But we’re a long way from Reese’s Pieces and flying bicycles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Her blue eyes were as bright as a bluebird flying into the sun.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls