flier

noun

ˈflī(-ə)r How to pronounce flier (audio)
variants also flyer
Definition of fliernext
1
as in gamble
a risky undertaking willing to take a flier on the bold, new venture

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2
as in pilot
one who flies or is qualified to fly an aircraft or spacecraft a hot-air balloon flier

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Recent Examples of flier Borucki was released by the Giants in early June and spent weeks searching for an opportunity before the Guardians’ took the flyer on him. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Elite flyers who bought a premium economy ticket or purchased an upgrade after buying a coach ticket are still eligible for the complimentary upgrade, American said. — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026 On a recent Twitch stream, Aysia Collins, one of Burke’s closest friends and a stylist on his Withered tour, recalled seeing the missing-person flyer. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026 Make your dollar count When planning out your week’s meals, try to take a look at the store’s sale flyers and plan accordingly, suggests Bandier. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flier
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flier
  1. gamble
  2. pilot
  3. chance
  4. aviator
  5. venture
  6. throw
Noun
  • Those same experts suggested that even with permanent approval, long-term oil drilling in the region also could be a high-stakes gamble.
    — Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 9 Aug. 2026
  • With this freedom comes the unique ability to absorb any costs from a failed bet, and ensure that when a bold gamble pays off, the benefits are socialised globally.
    — James Chen, Fortune, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of gamble
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  • The New York Times, which first reported Rideout's release, said the 50-year-old had worked as a missionary in Niger for 19 years and was a pilot for SIM International.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In on most aircraft and require most pilots to fly while transmitting ADS-B signals.
    — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of pilot
Noun
  • The month of August offers some respite, a chance to reflect and reset before September kicks things into gear once more.
    — Sophie Lou Wilson, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The rookie didn't get a chance to show off his strikeout celebration, walking three and throwing a wild pitch that set up Mauricio Dubón's sacrifice fly.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of chance
Noun
  • Theories and debates Earhart's sudden disappearance immediately spurred a wide range of theories that sought to explain what happened to the world-famous aviator.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The Infamous Flight Jacket No piece from the film – except perhaps Maverick’s aviators – is more closely tied to its costume design than the pilot jacket.
    — Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of aviator
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  • Because growing the rice itself is not profitable, even with historic high prices for Japanese rice, the company supports the agricultural costs through side ventures including a restaurant and an ice cream brand launched this summer.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • However, Greenland Energy has access as its venture partner 80 Mile inherited a license via its subsidiary White Flame Energy, which acquired the exploration rights to Jameson Land prior to the cut-off date.
    — Tiago Ventura, Time, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of venture
Noun
  • Of course, there are plenty of ways to incorporate gingham into your home that go beyond the throw blanket or table runner.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The Rams kept the training wheels on him for a majority of the start, with almost every throw going within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage.
    — Nate Atkins, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of throw

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