flag
To mark something for attention or highlight as needing review
Examples
In a meeting
“Can you flag any invoices that look unusual?”
Over coffee
“I flagged that email so I remember to reply later.”
Why this word
mark
Flag implies signaling for attention or future action, more about alerting
highlight
Flag suggests marking something problematic or needing review, not just emphasis
note
Flag conveys urgency or the need for follow-up action, stronger signal
Usage tip
Use when marking items for follow-up, attention, or concern
Etymology
From physical flags used as signals, metaphorically extended to marking for attention
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