flagging

Example Sentences

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Notes from school nurses flagging that a child failed a vision screening may also get lost in a backpack on the way home, educators say.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Sharper-than-expected increases in memory prices and flagging sales for electric vehicles could add pressure, while downside risks from the Middle East conflict could add to the strain, says the ratings company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

But after flagging the fan to security staff, the singer became impatient at what he saw as a lack of urgency.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

In the past, cycles crashed as new factories came online, alleviating shortages often at the same time demand was flagging.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

“You mean—?” I didn’t get a chance to finish the thought, because he was already flagging down a very dazed eighth grade president.

From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman