as in side
a place, space, or direction away from or beyond a central point or line
painted the name of the ship along its flank
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as in to join
to be adjacent to
the guards flank the center on a football team's offensive line
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Recent Examples of flank
Esteban Campanela, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
Their high press, which frequently takes a 4-4-2 shape, is often disjointed as the forwards and midfielders stay closer to prevent circulation through the middle and force teams to one flank.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
The last in her four-photo story pictured herself under a quilt, flanked by her two snoozing dogs.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 7 June 2026
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Noun
There is also Nico Williams, a winger whose speed lights up the left flank, and Pedri, the conductor of Spain’s midfield.
—Esteban Campanela, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
Their high press, which frequently takes a 4-4-2 shape, is often disjointed as the forwards and midfielders stay closer to prevent circulation through the middle and force teams to one flank.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Verb
Tyler Biadasz will start at center, flanked by Cole Strange at right guard and Joe Alt at right tackle.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
The last in her four-photo story pictured herself under a quilt, flanked by her two snoozing dogs.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flank
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On the drama side of guest actor, the category was nearly steady at 84, down three from 87, while guest drama actress saw the cycle’s sharpest guest decline, falling to 51 from 77.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Though Ohtani underwent surgery on the same knee in 2019, that was to address bipartite patella, on the other side of the knee.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Nithya Raman is advancing to the November election for Los Angeles mayor, according to projections by NBC News and the Associated Press, setting up a matchup between the progressive city councilmember who joined the race at the last minute and an incumbent mayor.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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What’s more, Korda is only the second American in the past 10 years to win the Open, joining former USC standout Allisen Corpuz, who won at Pebble Beach in 2023.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Verb
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An elevated dining area adjoins a marble and wood kitchen, which features custom rift-oak cabinetry, top-tier stainless-steel appliances, and an oversized island with an integrated breakfast bar.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
8 June 2026
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Several suites are in the mix, including a Palace Roof Suite with swoon-worthy scenery from its waterfront terrace and a Bosphorus Palace Suite that can connect to adjoining rooms to create a three-bedroom royal residence.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant have long kept details surrounding the creative aspect of their relationship private, until now.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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The conflict and uncertainty surrounding it have continued to ripple through energy markets, with Exxon delivering a warning Thursday that oil inventories are on track to reach dangerously low levels in the coming weeks, forcing prices to spike and curbing demand.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Don’t go anywhere near them or touch any objects that are near them, including tree limbs.—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2026
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The incidents involve teenage boys who alleged that a man, who was later revealed to be Moore, came into their rooms and touched them at night, according to court records.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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The virus also has reached neighboring Uganda, which has confirmed seven cases and one death.—
Evelyne Musambi,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Larger groups such as a school bus of children or the Broward County Historic Preservation Board, which recently visited the museum, have to park on the street in front of the homes neighboring Bethel House, Gage said.—
Delia Rose Sauer,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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“Flank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flank. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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