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.