He was widely criticized during the recent 'flap' [='uproar'] about his controversial new book.
He got 'in a flap' [=he became upset] over the delays in the schedule.
the soft 'flap' [='flapping'] of the flag in the breeze
(..) Mia. Why can't I just reach up and simpIy... Hi...hi. Step into my office. Why can't l flap my arms and fly and fly and fly? Tell me why... Hey. Hi. So, um... (..)2001 The Princess Diaries