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flukes

Pronunciation: [fluːks]

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Learn how to use flukes in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) flukes are flatworms that live inside the bodies of other animals. They can be harmful and can make animals sick. Think of them like little bugs that invade other creatures.

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The vet explained that flukes can affect the health of livestock if not treated.

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The horse was free from flukes, showing no signs of illness.

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What do you know about flukes and how they affect animals?

Context: “games”

(noun) in games like poker, flukes are lucky or unexpected wins. It’s like when someone wins because of a silly accident rather than skill.

Example

She won the game by a fluke when the opponent made a mistake.

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His victory wasn't a fluke; he played very well throughout the match.

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Can a fluke win really happen in poker?

Context: “fishing”

(noun) a fluke is also a type of flatfish that people catch in the ocean. They are flat and look a bit like a pancake.

Example

He was excited to catch a large fluke while fishing at the beach.

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Unfortunately, she didn’t catch any flukes on her fishing trip.

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What makes flukes different from other types of fish?

How to pronounce flukes

Pronunciation: [fluːks]

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