flaps

Example Sentences

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He has difficulty sitting still or paying attention and flaps his hands when excited or upset.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025

These thrust differentials are coordinated with dual flaps on the trailing edges of the stubby wings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

"The flaps are set by pilots themselves, before take off, and there are several checklists and procedures to verify the setting," Mr Chan said.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2025

"That would point to potential human error if flaps aren't set correctly."

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2025

I look at the captain’s wheel and half expect to see Papa Joseph wearing his hat with the flaps on the side and back to shield him from the sun.

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt