flicking

[US]/[ˈflɪkɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈflɪkɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.In a flicking manner.
v.To make a quick, light movement with your finger or hand.; To hit or throw something with a quick, light movement.
adj.Characterized by or involving flicking.

Phrases & Collocations

flicking through

flicking on

flicking off

flicking wrist

flicking hair

flicking a lighter

flicking the ball

flicking eyes

flicked open

flicking around

Example Sentences

he nervously flicked his wrist, sending the ball across the court.

the waiter flicked ash from his cigarette into the ashtray.

she flicked through the magazine, looking for something interesting.

the lighter flicked on, illuminating the dark corner.

he flicked the switch, turning on the lights.

the cat was flicking its tail, showing its annoyance.

the comedian flicked his eyes at the audience for effect.

she flicked a glance at her watch, checking the time.

the rain was flicking against the windowpane.

he flicked the dust off his jacket before entering the room.

the firework flicked sparks into the night sky.

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