flagging

adjective

flag·​ging ˈfla-giŋ How to pronounce flagging (audio)
 also  ˈflā-
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: becoming progressively less : dwindling
flaggingly adverb

Examples of flagging in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The program has undergone various iterations of rules and flagging systems, but these changes have been largely ineffective. Brandon Rahe, Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2024 All four candidates have vowed to revive the flagging economy, beset by mismanagement, state corruption and sanctions re-imposed since 2018, after the United States ditched Tehran's 2015 nuclear pact with six world powers. Fox News, 28 June 2024 China’s flagging economy has undoubtedly made the case to soften Beijing’s diplomatic approach more compelling. Tyler Jost, Foreign Affairs, 27 June 2024 All of which begs the question of whether Hamadeh’s flagging campaign can perk up with a shout-out from Trump. — Ronald J. Hansen Why is Trump coming to Arizona now? The Arizona Republic, 6 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for flagging 

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Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of flagging was in 1545

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“Flagging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flagging. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

flagging

noun
flag·​ging
ˈflag-iŋ
: a pavement of flagstones
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