flagman

Example Sentences

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A flagman at the East Falls Church Metro station signaled for a Wiehle-bound Silver Line train to stop on Aug. 19, but it blew past him, according to commission program specialist Bruce Walker.

From Washington Post

The flagman’s job was to warn train operators to watch for work crews ahead who were replacing platforms and working on the line.

From Washington Post

Walker said the Silver Line train approached the station at more than 30 mph — the limit is 25 mph — and it didn’t stop, despite the flagman’s signaling.

From Washington Post

"And, what if you have got a family business that you maintain that's in trouble now? You know, going and taking a job as a flagman on a highway construction project is not going to save your family business."

From Fox News

After collecting the checkered flag from the flagman, Allmendinger entered the crowed, climbed the steps and found a young girl to give the away the flag.

From Seattle Times