flip-flop
noun
1
: the sound or motion of something flapping loosely
2
a
: a backward handspring
b
: a sudden reversal (as of policy or strategy)
3
: a usually electronic device or a circuit (as in a computer) capable of assuming either of two stable states
4
: a rubber sandal loosely fastened to the foot by a thong
flip-flop
intransitive verb
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Examples of flip-flop in a Sentence
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The shade also instantly elevates any style of sandal, from flip-flop heels to chunky flats.
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Nuria Luis, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2024
This flip-flop in policy is what has been driving markets down in recent weeks, according to Landsberg.
—Will Daniel, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2024
Shoppers style the knit dress with everything from flip-flops to heels for both casual and dressy occasions.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
But one thing is clear: This decision, despite Republican efforts to either run away from it or flip-flop their stances, is not going away anytime soon.
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 13 Apr. 2024
Relaxed Straight-Legs Soften Up Classic Tweed At Chanel, a classic tweed jacket gets dressed down with straight-leg denim and a pair of flip-flops.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024
The sandals offer more support than your average flip-flop thanks to an adjustable double buckle that secures your feet, plus a cushiony sole made of Birkenstock’s signature cork.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
For most of my trip, however, flip-flops were my standard footwear.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024
The government has flip-flopped over the funding mechanism, dragging the issue for months.
—Thomas Kutty Abraham / Bloomberg, TIME, 11 Apr. 2024
Nuria Luis, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2024
This flip-flop in policy is what has been driving markets down in recent weeks, according to Landsberg.
—Will Daniel, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2024
Shoppers style the knit dress with everything from flip-flops to heels for both casual and dressy occasions.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
But one thing is clear: This decision, despite Republican efforts to either run away from it or flip-flop their stances, is not going away anytime soon.
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 13 Apr. 2024
Relaxed Straight-Legs Soften Up Classic Tweed At Chanel, a classic tweed jacket gets dressed down with straight-leg denim and a pair of flip-flops.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024
The sandals offer more support than your average flip-flop thanks to an adjustable double buckle that secures your feet, plus a cushiony sole made of Birkenstock’s signature cork.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
For most of my trip, however, flip-flops were my standard footwear.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024
The government has flip-flopped over the funding mechanism, dragging the issue for months.
—Thomas Kutty Abraham / Bloomberg, TIME, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Flip-flop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flip-flop. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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