flagpole

Example Sentences

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Bavarian comedian Maxi Schafroth, 41, attempted to run up the Stars and Stripes on a flagpole near the cultural centre in Nuuk, before he was confronted by angry passers-by.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

The cabinet then confirmed the union flag would be flown from the flagpole, which will also be use to mark events such as Armed Forces Day, Commonwealth Day and Armistice Day.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2025

Within a few minutes, I spotted another police car, which drove slowly around the flagpole at the entrance, then left.

From Slate • Jun. 19, 2025

But they were impressed by the flagpole — which, after all these years, is still a source of pride for him.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2024

“You don’t really think you can lasso that flagpole, do you?”

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart