flier

noun

ˈflī(-ə)r How to pronounce flier (audio)
variants also flyer
Definition of fliernext
1
as in gamble
a risky undertaking willing to take a flier on the bold, new venture

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2
as in pilot
one who flies or is qualified to fly an aircraft or spacecraft a hot-air balloon flier

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Recent Examples of flier Winter Park has some flyers on the outside with Marshall commit Tristan Gunn and Johnny Slack. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026 That includes emails and internal communications, spreadsheets, transactions with the public including bookings and frequent flyer information as well as human resources information on its employees. — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026 Though potential mission delays could still open up opportunities for these innovative flyers to tag along. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026 Even before the hearing was over Monday, Herz was passing out flyers urging voters to turn down the referendum. — Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flier
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flier
  1. gamble
  2. pilot
  3. chance
  4. aviator
  5. venture
  6. throw
Noun
  • That defiance underscores the central gamble of Washington’s strategy.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Dearden took off as fan-favorite Mel at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center, and the personal gamble paid off.
    — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of gamble
Noun
  • Launch virtual cardiology rounds and post-discharge follow-up at rural hospitals without reliable on-site cardiology access, with capacity for expansion beyond the pilot.
    — Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Projects such as the Hedge Solar Farm battery storage pilot have demonstrated how emerging technologies can support a cleaner and more resilient energy system.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of pilot
Noun
  • He was projected as a late-round draft pick in 2026, and another productive season, along with further development in the SEC, could boost his chances for a lasting NFL career starting in 2027.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Then, there will be another chance for some showers Friday into Saturday as a cold front approaches.
    — Bill Kelly, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of chance
Noun
  • During a speech in Des Moines, Iowa, aviator and military officer Charles Lindbergh identified the British, the Jewish community and the Roosevelt administration as the primary advocates for America’s entry into war with Germany.
    — USA Today, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
  • At the conclusion of the process, the board can recommend what should happen to an aviator’s flight status.
    — James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of aviator
Noun
  • Japan’s Inpex, for example, formed a joint venture to expand its LNG investment in Australia’s Northern Territory.
    — Katie Silver, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • His parents fostered the venture to instill responsibility and the value of time.
    — Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of venture
Noun
  • The throw was late, and Beckham slipped at the top of his route.
    — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 29 Aug. 2026
  • There was also a 29-yard throw to Kole Wilson midway through the second quarter to get the Browns back in the red zone.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of throw

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“Flier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flier. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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