flag down

Example Sentences

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Peterson has shown flashes of brilliance, but has also missed time with mysterious injuries and seen his play flag down the stretch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Cretan, the spokesperson for the mayor’s office, said there was no legislative requirement to take the flag down.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024

Felix Nmecha pops up in a pocket of space by the corner flag down Dortmund's right.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2024

They manage to flag down Bolerjack, always busy addressing a seemingly endless list of tasks and requests.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2023

They would paddle quickly to Claiborne and flag down a boat.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers