flapped

Example Sentences

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Tide tables have become the stuff of national interest, and rare moments when the exhausted whale has blown water or flapped its fin have warranted breaking news bulletins.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

A U.S. flag flapped on a pole just above a Hanwha company flag.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

As the crowd bounced, Cocker flapped across the stage like a washing line in a stiff breeze, his arms flailing and pointing at random.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2025

With the Bruins in the midst of another big run, Izzo’s only move was to call timeout as Mara flapped his arms to get fans to increase the decibel level.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2025

Granddad turned to see what she was looking at, but Nana flapped a hand at him.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia