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a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling
the flags of both countries were prominently displayed at the treaty signing
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to lose bodily strength or vigor
we flagged as we neared the end of the long mountain trail
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Recent Examples of flag
Gabriella Ybarra, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Apr. 2026
Georgia Tech baseball planted its flag in the heart of the state Tuesday night, run-ruling Georgia 14-4 at Truist Park.
—Jack Leo, AJC.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Brittney Melton, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Inspectors flagged rodent droppings in five different spots around the concession area, which is still more coverage than the Angels' lineup usually provides.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
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The commission said the rainbow flag created the appearance of partisan bias.
—Gabriella Ybarra, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Apr. 2026
Georgia Tech baseball planted its flag in the heart of the state Tuesday night, run-ruling Georgia 14-4 at Truist Park.
—Jack Leo, AJC.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
Wearables can also flag some serious conditions, like cardiac arrhythmia, which is an irregular heart rhythm that can increase the risk of a serious medical incident.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Inspectors flagged rodent droppings in five different spots around the concession area, which is still more coverage than the Angels' lineup usually provides.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flag
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Tight ends had a banner weekend with 22 picked, the most since 2015, according to Sportradar, as the league’s trend of more multi-tight-end formations put a premium on the position.—
Josh Dubow,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Atlanta stadium covers logos on exterior Earlier this week, workers with the stadium scaled the exterior of the building to hang a massive FIFA banner over the Mercedes-Benz logo.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Analysts said the decision could serve as a signal to founders about relocating sensitive technology overseas.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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Transportation officials say the ongoing closures are part of an effort to modernize signals and improve the reliability of subway service, with work expected to wrap in 2027.—
Christina Fan,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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The ensign is hoisted, the pennant is broken, the orders have been read, the first watch set.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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In April 1942, Ford joined the U.S. Naval Reserve, receiving a commission as an ensign.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The Maroon name refers to one of the school’s colors and is a homage to the University of Chicago, which goes by the same name, according to local historians.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Not only will marigolds trap the aphids and whiteflies that threaten your cheerful gerbera daisies, but the combination of colors between the two blooms makes for the most brilliant and happy summer garden.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Browns won just one pennant, in 1944, when the majors were not at full strength due to World War II.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Toronto Blue Jays, winners of the American League pennant last season, have struggled to start the new campaign, and that boiled over with their manager, John Schneider, on Tuesday night at the Rogers Centre.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Flag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flag. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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