flick lighter
Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words
to operate a lighter with a quick movement of the thumb
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Examples (10)
- He flicked his lighter but it didn't catch.
- She carefully flicked the lighter open and ignited her candle.
- Can you flick your lighter quickly? Mine's out of fuel.
- With a practiced hand, he flicked the lighter and offered a light.
- The old man struggled to flick his lighter in the strong wind.
- Don't just flick your lighter idly; use it if you need a flame.
- He heard the familiar sound of someone flicking a lighter behind him.
- After several attempts, she managed to flick the lighter and light the stove.
- A quick flick of the lighter brought a small flame to life.
- The detective observed him flick his lighter nervously.