flexed

Example Sentences

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Of the new contract, the NHS spokesperson said its value had been calculated based on the rate of new claims received - and could "be flexed" if that changes.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

Those calls grew louder when China flexed its muscles last year by stepping up curbs on exports of rare earth minerals, and later temporarily halted exports of Nexperia semiconductors, alarming the German auto sector.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

China has spent decades building up its dominance in global rare-earth mining and processing, giving Beijing significant leverage that it has flexed this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

For being a middle of the pack offense — ranked 18th overall in runs scored — the Nationals flexed their muscle with their young stars.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2025

She flexed her fingers, and a small shimmer danced between them.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray