flyer
noun
fly·er
less common spelling of flier
1
2
: a reckless or speculative venture
—usually used in the phrase take a flier
He took a flier in politics soon after getting his degree.
3
usually flyer
: an advertising circular
Flyers announcing the concert were distributed throughout the city.
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Use points for bookings: Redeem your credit card points or frequent flyer miles to save on flights and accommodation.
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Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Drones must also stay within view of the flyer, according to the FAA rules.
—Stephen Pastis, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
In the next 20 years, the airport trade organization estimates that more than one-third of new flyers will come from three countries: China, India and Indonesia.
—Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
During a prenatal visit, a nurse gave Gordon a flyer about Rx Kids.
—Nushrat Rahman, Detroit Free Press, 8 Dec. 2024
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Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Drones must also stay within view of the flyer, according to the FAA rules.
—Stephen Pastis, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
In the next 20 years, the airport trade organization estimates that more than one-third of new flyers will come from three countries: China, India and Indonesia.
—Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
During a prenatal visit, a nurse gave Gordon a flyer about Rx Kids.
—Nushrat Rahman, Detroit Free Press, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Flyer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flyer. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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