The principal held a banner that said “QUIET, PLEASE,” right as the fire alarm tested its loudest scream.
Our dog won a contest and got a banner reading “BEST BEHAVED,” while chewing the judge’s shoelaces.
At the school entrance, a banner said “WELCOME STUDENTS,” but the wind folded it so it looked like “WELCOME DENTS.”
My little brother made a banner for his room that says “KEEP OUT,” but he spelled it “KEP OOT,” which is honestly scarier.
Banners have been used for thousands of years—long before TV—so people could show messages, colors, or symbols from far away.
At the parade, Anna held a bright banner painted with a sun. The banner waved as the crowd cheered. A gust ripped one end of the banner, but helpers lifted the banner and fixed it. By the end, the whole town smiled under the long festival banner. They clapped together with pride.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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