half-mast - use in sentences

Converse of object

  • flow: The ensign is flown half-mast during the following times.

Modifies a noun

  • high: The ships in the Downs, under the command of Lord NELSON, had pendants half-mast high, Yards reversed.

Preposition: in

  • tribute: On the day of the funeral, the flag on the Parkinson Building will be flown at half-mast in tribute.

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