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flailed

The correct spelling is flailed.

How to pronounce flailed

verb

IPA: /fleɪld/

Say it like: Fla-yle-d

The correct spelling is flailed. To beat using a flail or similar implement. For example: "He was flailing wildly, but didn't land a blow."

Usage Examples

He was flailing wildly, but didn't land a blow.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To beat using a flail or similar implement.
  2. 2.To wave or swing vigorously
  3. 3.To thresh.
  4. 4.To move like a flail.

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