flaking

Example Sentences

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It appeared to London that the women thought she was flaking on their plans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Figuring out how you feel about flaking — whether you’re thinking about flaking or if you’re the person being flaked on — is hardly trivial.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025

It was white all over, but the white layer seemed to be flaking off.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2024

If you have itching, flaking, rashes in the scalp, Krueger says that may be a sign you may need to wash more frequently.

From National Geographic • Aug. 22, 2023

His cheeks are reddish, and his nose is sunburned and flaking.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day