ensign

Example Sentences

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During and after the Civil War, of course, the ensign was as much a symbol of tyranny to many Southerners as it was a source of unity.

From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026

Finally, I happened to meet a lady Navy ensign one morning and now we, who are both retired Navy, will celebrate our 50th in December.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 21, 2023

Earlier, while visiting the port of Busan, the Japanese vessel had flown a “Rising Sun” ensign.

From Washington Times • Jun. 1, 2023

He was a Flag Officer and went without food or drink for the whole day as he held the naval white ensign.

From BBC • May 6, 2023

At these generous habitations, we halted briefly, that an ensign might deliver word to the inhabitants of our securing the island in the name of His Majesty.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson