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flagpole

[flag-pohl] / ˈflægˌpoʊl /


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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

If the city gets a historic landmark designation for its flagpole, it also could get a directional highway sign from the California Department of Transportation, pointing the way for tourists.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2024

“Maybe the flagpole could be a plan B when there isn’t the threat of storms, because avoiding tall metal poles is actually a good rule of thumb when lightning may be in the picture.”

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers




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