flipper

Example Sentences

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They raise part of their bodies above the water, open their mouths and move their front flippers in an excited pattern.

From Science Daily

Otter flipper tags are designed to last an animal’s lifespan, but research shows they don’t always last so long.

From Los Angeles Times

Earlier in 2024, Essex County Council stressed it did not provide swimming equipment after a sign suggesting it would hand out flippers, masks and snorkels appeared at an underpass near the city centre.

From BBC

Greg also wore tiny flippers that looked like duck feet and a neon bubble attached to his waist to carry our valuables and make us visible to boats.

From Los Angeles Times

The workers found fishing line wrapped around her front flippers and cutting into her mouth.

From Los Angeles Times