as in bottles
a handled container for holding and pouring liquids that usually has a lip or a spout
brought a flagon of wine to the table
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Recent Examples of flagons
After helping one of the Dutchmen lug a keg of liquor to the game, Rip drinks several flagons, passes out, and wakes up two decades later.
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John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flagons
Noun
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In a bid to be sustainable – and in keeping with Metsavaht’s background in environmental activism – drinking water is provided in reusable glass bottles, solar panels supply part of the hotel’s energy and smart systems are used to reduce water consumption.—
Laura French,
TheWeek,
16 Mar. 2026
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In New York City alone, perfume lovers can wander into beloved destinations like Scent Bar or Aedes Perfumery to explore shelves of hard-to-find bottles.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Mets had several pitchers capable of closing games last year, especially after the trade deadline.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Boyd, Holmes depart Team USA For once, Team USA has a lot of pitchers and not enough innings to go around.—
Johnny Flores Jr,
New York Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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The Will County Health Department is collecting menstrual hygiene products, including menstrual pads, tampons, pantyliners, period underwear and menstrual cups in all sizes, through the end of the month at several area locations.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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The bralette-style cups on this dual-strap tankini top are an excellent fit for smaller chests, and the criss-crossing back is a fun touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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Rigid plastic containers such as water bottles, milk jugs and detergent bottles.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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On Thursday, Ayman Ghazali waited in his car outside Temple Israel, near Detroit, for about two hours with a rifle, commercial grade fireworks and jugs of liquid believed to be gasoline, before crashing into the building full of dozens of children, according to authorities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Flagons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flagons. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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