flexed
Example Sentences
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When the researchers deliberately flexed the membrane, they observed stable voltage signals.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
James flexed in front of his teammates on the bench, who stood to give their approval.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2026
During a pause, the soldiers flexed their wrists and pumped their stretched arms, a penguin-like exercise that locals here do to keep their fingers warm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 23, 2026
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
Pet flexed her mother’s fingers, and its gold claws grew in length, the edge on them blinding.
From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi
