wings
Example Sentences
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The minuscule yet distinctly humanoid figure of a fairy flaps its wings as it flies into the ancient ruins of a bygone kingdom.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
A patio divides the two halves, providing access to the outdoors and opportunities to bring more light into both wings of the house.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
An Air Force spokesperson said the 501st and other U.K.-based wings would remain vigilant and “will take appropriate actions to ensure the safety and security of our U.S. service members, civilians, contractors, and their families.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026
"Floating" is how he describes people working relentlessly just to survive, like a hummingbird that keeps flapping its wings to stay mid-air.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
But between the creature's rapidly flapping wings and wide-open mouth, he couldn't figure out how to grab it.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
