Vocabulary Entry

flail

|verb • noun

verb

To wave or swing something around in a flailing manner.

Example Sentences

"He began to flail his arms in excitement when he saw his friend."

"The swimmer started to flail when she realized she was in deep water."

"During the dance, she would flail around, enjoying the music."

noun

Example Sentences

"The child made a flail with his arms as he tried to catch the ball."

"In his flail to maintain balance, he nearly tripped over his own feet."

"Her flail of the banner caught everyone's attention at the parade."