flexed
Example Sentences
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The Mets made an unexpected run to the National League Championship Series in 2024 and then flexed their economic might by giving Soto a record-setting $765 million free-agent contract a couple of months later.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 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
The world's most populous nation has flexed its spacefaring ambitions in the last decade with its space programme growing considerably, and rivalling the achievements of established powers at a much cheaper price tag.
From Barron's ● Dec. 24, 2025
He pulled a lever and flexed the heavy steel blade up and down, bringing the bottom edge to rest just even with the ground.
From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien
