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flap

[flap] / flæp /




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The tidal flap first broke in the spring of 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The lesson: In summit planning, there is no detail too small to become a diplomatic flap.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The bitter flap about historical memory appears to have had little if any impact on business, tourism and other links between Spain and Mexico.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

"Therefore, getting a cat flap is proving a little bit difficult."

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

I take a deep breath like I’m about to dive underwater and hop into the tent, pulling the cereal in after me, then zip the flap shut.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender




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