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Flap

Definition

(informal) A sudden, excited, or angry reaction to something; a commotion or disturbance. Typically used in phrases like 'cause a flap' or 'make a flap'.

Example Sentences

1The news of the celebrity's secret marriage caused a huge flap in the media.
2The politician's careless remark sparked a flap among the opposition party.
3She made a flap about the noise level, but nobody paid attention.
4The sudden power outage caused a flap in the control room, but the team quickly restored order.
5The company's decision to downsize created a flap among employees, who were worried about their job security.

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