flitted; flitting
1
: to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
3
: to move in an erratic fluttering manner
flit
noun
Synonyms
Examples of flit in a Sentence
butterflies flitting around the garden
The hummingbird flitted from flower to flower.
She was always flitting around the kitchen.
Recent Examples on the Web
In the mountains of Vietnam, a tiny bee flits from flower to flower.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2024
But now the question hovers, flitting in and out of view: What if?
The stalling of crucial American aid, a distinct dimming of the world spotlight, and simple war weariness are all exacting a heavy cost.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024
Growing up in the planned community of New Mark Commons in Rockville, Md., Emily Ecker remembers flitting back and forth between houses in a neighborhood teeming with kids.
—Barbara Ruben, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2024
When the moon finally flitted across the face of the sun, jubilant cheers rang out.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2024
If anyone was complaining last year that Rolex had strayed too far into the circus of color–that The Crown was just having too much fun flitting about—then this year proves that Rolex was always going to return to its quiet place at the center of the horological galaxy.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
The plot of most episodes consists of Susie and Eddie flitting from one meeting to the next, trying to sort out distribution-chain problems or placate angry customers.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2024
As in Hallmark’s typical straight-couple movies, the actors still wear preppy clothing, flit through kitschy winter settings, and exude small-town vibes.
—Haley Strack, National Review, 25 Dec. 2023
Arteta, who looked to be covering as much ground as his players while flitting around his technical area and shouting instructions, was indignant after the decision and was shown a yellow card for his protests.
—Matias Grez, CNN, 12 Mar. 2024
Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2024
But now the question hovers, flitting in and out of view: What if?
The stalling of crucial American aid, a distinct dimming of the world spotlight, and simple war weariness are all exacting a heavy cost.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024
Growing up in the planned community of New Mark Commons in Rockville, Md., Emily Ecker remembers flitting back and forth between houses in a neighborhood teeming with kids.
—Barbara Ruben, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2024
When the moon finally flitted across the face of the sun, jubilant cheers rang out.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2024
If anyone was complaining last year that Rolex had strayed too far into the circus of color–that The Crown was just having too much fun flitting about—then this year proves that Rolex was always going to return to its quiet place at the center of the horological galaxy.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
The plot of most episodes consists of Susie and Eddie flitting from one meeting to the next, trying to sort out distribution-chain problems or placate angry customers.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2024
As in Hallmark’s typical straight-couple movies, the actors still wear preppy clothing, flit through kitschy winter settings, and exude small-town vibes.
—Haley Strack, National Review, 25 Dec. 2023
Arteta, who looked to be covering as much ground as his players while flitting around his technical area and shouting instructions, was indignant after the decision and was shown a yellow card for his protests.
—Matias Grez, CNN, 12 Mar. 2024
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“Flit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flit. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
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