quick flick

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a fast, sudden movement

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Examples (10)

  • The fish gave a quick flick of its tail.
  • With a quick flick of her wrist, she turned the page.
  • He removed the dust with a quick flick of his finger.
  • The horse made a quick flick of its ears to ward off flies.
  • She gave her hair a quick flick to move it from her face.
  • The cat's tail gave a quick flick when it saw the bird.
  • A quick flick of the switch turned on the lights.
  • The lizard's tongue made a quick flick to catch the insect.
  • He dismissed her concern with a quick flick of his hand.
  • The dancer's quick flick of movement was graceful and precise.