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Discover LudwigThe phrase "at half mast" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to refer to flags being flown at a lowered position as a sign of mourning or respect.
Example: "The flags were flown at half mast in honor of the fallen soldiers."
Alternatives: "at half staff" or "lowered in mourning".
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Flags at Half Mast.
The flag was at half mast.
Flags will fly at half mast for three days.
Greta's eyes widened, which put them at half mast.
Flags on official buildings are flying at half mast.
flag at half mast at malala's school in swat.
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Flags flew at half-mast.
Flags were at half-mast.
Bunting at half-mast.
Flags are flown at half-mast.
Flags fly at half-mast.
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