flick its tail

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To move the tail with a short, quick motion.

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Examples (10)

  • The cat would often flick its tail impatiently when waiting for food.
  • A nervous horse might flick its tail repeatedly to ward off flies.
  • Did you see the lizard flick its tail just before it darted away?
  • If a dog is annoyed, it might flick its tail with a sharp, quick motion.
  • The lion lay in the sun, occasionally flicking its tail to disturb the insects.
  • You can tell a cow is relaxed when it slowly flicks its tail from side to side.
  • The tiger began to flick its tail menacingly as it prepared to pounce.
  • I watched the bird flick its tail feathers before taking flight.
  • Don't approach the snake if it starts to flick its tail rapidly.
  • The chimpanzee would flick its tail in playful annoyance during their games.