100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "flail"

Definition

The verb flail means to wave or swing one's arms or legs wildly and uncontrollably, often in a desperate or frantic manner. It can also refer to struggling or to fail in a clumsy or ineffective way.

Synonyms

• Thrash
• Wave
• Flop
• Flounder
• Struggle
• Writhe
• Toss
• Fumble
• Scramble

Antonyms

• Calm
• Steady
• Control
• Stabilize
• Succeed

Examples

1. She began to flail her arms in excitement when she saw her friend.
2. As the boat rocked violently, the passengers started to flail in panic.
3. The fish was caught on the line and began to flail wildly.
4. He tried to swim but only managed to flail in the water.
5. The toddler would flail around when he didn't get his way.
6. During the game, she would often flail her racket in frustration.
7. The bird looked helpless as it flailed its wings on the ground.
8. When the car skidded on the ice, the driver began to flail the steering wheel.
9. The athlete started to flail after losing her balance during the routine.
10. He couldn’t help but flail his legs while he danced to the music.
11. The cat began to flail its paws at the toy mouse.
12. As the rollercoaster dropped, riders would flail their arms in exhilaration.
13. The child would flail around in the pool, trying to stay afloat.
14. She would flail her hands when she was excited about a new idea.
15. The dog would flail its tail whenever it saw its owner.
16. In the wind, the flag seemed to flail against the pole.
17. During the thunderstorm, the branches of the trees began to flail.
18. The boxer would flail his arms wildly during the match.
19. He felt like he was going to flail in his presentation due to nerves.
20. The actor began to flail dramatically to emphasize the scene.
21. She would flail her arms when trying to explain her theory.
22. The kids would flail around in the mud, having the time of their lives.
23. The athlete's legs began to flail as he fell from the balance beam.
24. The puppet seemed to flail when the puppeteer lost control.
25. The hiker started to flail his arms to signal for help.
26. He watched the fish flail on the dock after being caught.
27. When startled, the rabbit would flail its hind legs.
28. The dancer would flail her skirt as part of the performance.
29. The leaves began to flail in the strong wind.
30. She felt like she was going to flail in her studies without help.
31. The child would flail about in his sleep, dreaming of adventures.
32. The athlete tried not to flail as he lost his footing.
33. The octopus would flail its tentacles when threatened.
34. He could only flail as he stumbled on the uneven ground.
35. The crowd would flail their arms during the concert.
36. She tried to maintain her composure but began to flail in the heat of the moment.
37. The puppy would flail excitedly when it saw its owner.
38. The wind made the flags flail in the air.
39. The toddler began to flail when told it was time to leave the park.
40. He didn't know how to swim and could only flail in the shallow end.
41. The bird flailed when it accidentally flew into the window.
42. The actor's performance was so intense that he began to flail.
43. When the ice cream truck arrived, the children started to flail their arms.
44. The gymnast would flail her arms in a dramatic fashion during her routine.
45. The wind caused the branches to flail against the window.
46. He began to flail when he realized he was lost in the woods.
47. The dancer would flail her arms to express her emotions.
48. The child would flail in joy upon receiving a gift.
49. The crowd began to flail as the band played their favorite song.
50. When startled, the cat would flail its paws in the air.
51. The swimmer had a moment of panic and began to flail.
52. The actor's exaggerated gestures made him flail on stage.
53. The wind caused the kite to flail chaotically in the sky.
54. He felt like he was going to flail in the competitive environment.
55. The puppy would flail around with joy whenever it saw its family.
56. During the game, the referee had to stop the players from flailing.
57. The crowd would flail in excitement when their team scored.
58. The kitten would flail playfully at the string.
59. She tried to calm her friend down, who continued to flail emotionally.
60. The toddler began to flail when he couldn't reach the toy.
61. The actor's performance was so wild that he started to flail.
62. He would flail his arms to signal he was ready for help.
63. The dog would flail in excitement every time it went for a walk.
64. The leaves began to flail as the storm approached.
65. She felt herself flail as she tried to navigate the difficult conversation.
66. The dancer's movements were so fast that they seemed to flail.
67. The fish began to flail when it was pulled from the water.
68. He felt he would flail under the pressure of the exam.
69. The crowd would flail their arms in response to the exciting news.
70. She would often flail when trying to express her feelings.
71. The child started to flail in joy after winning the game.
72. The athlete's legs began to flail as he crossed the finish line.
73. The wind caused the clothes on the line to flail.
74. When he realized he was late, he began to flail to get ready.
75. The crowd erupted and began to flail their arms in celebration.
76. The performer would flail to convey the character's distress.
77. The fish thrashed and began to flail on the deck.
78. The rider would flail as the horse galloped unexpectedly.
79. She would flail her arms to attract attention.
80. The student felt he would flail in the rigorous program.
81. The wind made the branches flail against the window.
82. The toddler would flail in excitement at the playground.
83. He began to flail as he tried to regain his balance.
84. The boxer began to flail when he got tired.
85. The crowd began to flail in excitement at the concert.
86. The puppy would flail around when it played with its toys.
87. The swimmer started to flail when he lost his rhythm.
88. The child would flail as he tried to catch the butterfly.
89. She felt herself flail under the weight of expectations.
90. The wind caused the banners to flail wildly.
91. The actor's performance was so intense that he began to flail.
92. The kite began to flail in the strong gusts of wind.
93. He felt he might flail in the upcoming competition.
94. The crowd started to flail as they cheered for their team.
95. The dancer's arms began to flail during the routine.
96. The child began to flail after falling off his bike.
97. The athlete's legs started to flail as he crossed the finish line.
98. As the storm hit, the trees began to flail in the wind.
99. The puppy would flail happily whenever its owner returned home.
100. The excitement in the room made everyone flail in joy.