fly the flag



fly/show/wave the flag

to support or to represent your country (often + for ) In the absence of any other Italian film directors, Mr Infascelli bravely flew the flag for his country.
See also: flag, fly

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
ÖZgÜRUUZ-guyrTurkish
Ambrosius-Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Lakshman-Indian, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi
PacaPAH-kahSpanish
EarnestineUR-nəs-teenEnglish
Chernobog-Slavic Mythology