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
Examples of flip-flop in a Sentence
the governor's frequent flip-flops would indicate that she has no core beliefs
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Loewe’s Pebble slides are a nice break from daytime flip-flops.
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Christina Holevas, Vogue, 4 July 2025
Our state and federal politicians must insist on order and basic due process in ICE’s performance of its duties, not the chaos and confusion inherent in playing up to Trump’s enormous ego, tiny vocabulary and constantly flip-flopping orders, statements and media posts.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 4 July 2025
Avanti Linens Beach Mode Bath Mat Add some summer fun to your guest bathroom with this mat that’s shaped like a giant flip-flop.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 4 July 2025
On July 3, Jenner wore an itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny black and white polka dot bikini top and capri pant set, topping off the look with a matching tote and simple pair of black flip-flops.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 3 July 2025
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Christina Holevas, Vogue, 4 July 2025
Our state and federal politicians must insist on order and basic due process in ICE’s performance of its duties, not the chaos and confusion inherent in playing up to Trump’s enormous ego, tiny vocabulary and constantly flip-flopping orders, statements and media posts.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 4 July 2025
Avanti Linens Beach Mode Bath Mat Add some summer fun to your guest bathroom with this mat that’s shaped like a giant flip-flop.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 4 July 2025
On July 3, Jenner wore an itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny black and white polka dot bikini top and capri pant set, topping off the look with a matching tote and simple pair of black flip-flops.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 3 July 2025
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“Flip-flop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flip-flop. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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