flexed
Example Sentences
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Eighty years ago Rosie the Riveter flexed her biceps in advertisements to encourage women to take manufacturing jobs during World War II.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
When the researchers deliberately flexed the membrane, they observed stable voltage signals.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
Last year, it flexed its economic and diplomatic muscle, responding to Trump with tit-for-tat tariffs and restricting the export of rare earth minerals essential for advanced manufacturing.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
James flexed in front of his teammates on the bench, who stood to give their approval.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2026
But those biceps flexed, and she didn't budge.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
