flanker

[US]/'flæŋkə/
[UK]/'flæŋkɚ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. side force, side charge, side fortress, things on both sides.
Word Forms
Pluralflankers

Example Sentences

he's certainly pulled a flanker on the army.

He is a key flanker in the rugby team.

The company launched a new marketing campaign with a social media flanker.

The political party appointed a new flanker to handle public relations.

The team's success was largely due to the strong performance of their flanker.

She always plays as a flanker in the soccer matches.

The company decided to hire a digital marketing specialist as a flanker to boost online presence.

The navy used flankers to protect the main fleet during the battle.

The team's coach praised the flanker for his excellent defensive skills.

Real-world Examples

He motioned flankers down to open segments along the side and keep the worm on a straight course as it rolled.

Source: "Dune" audiobook

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