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
(..) Lightning McQueen, is arriving at the track. Is it true he's gonna pose for Cargirl? What's your strategy? What? Did I forget to wipe my mud flaps? McQueen's driver arrived in California, but McQueen was missing. - McQueen was reported missing. - ... to race an unprecedented... Sponsor stated (..)2006 Cars