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flank

[flangk] / flæŋk /
NOUN
haunch of an animate being
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Jana Sterbak’s 1987 “Vanitas: Flesh Dress for an Albino Anorectic,” a garment made of raw flank steaks, is said to echo Michelangelo’s anatomical studies of musculature.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Standouts from our meal included the flank steak, pork belly, lamb chops and the restaurant’s honey-drizzled grilled cheese.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

His ability to accelerate attacks, create chances and decide matches has transformed Barcelona's right flank into the most dangerous outlet in Spain.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Fernandes runs down the right flank having left his central position.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

When I fall back into the saddle, my leg slaps against her flank and she whinnies.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi




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