as in to dart
to make an irregular series of quick, sudden movements
the horse's tail flicked in restless irritation
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as in movie
a story told by means of a series of continuously projected pictures and a sound track
we could catch a flick together next weekend
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Recent Examples of flick
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Off a pass from Alex Carpenter, Knight went streaking up the right side of the ice, fended off a defender and then flicked a goal into the top of the net.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
In the 51st minute, getting a glove on a flick from Roberto Morales in the box.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Verb
As a director, his credits include A Family Man starring Gerard Butler, as well as the Liam Neeson flicks Honest Thief and Blacklight.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Off a pass from Alex Carpenter, Knight went streaking up the right side of the ice, fended off a defender and then flicked a goal into the top of the net.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
Sometimes the perfect evening is spent in the comfort of your stateroom, revisiting a favorite flick and ordering from the complimentary room service menu.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
In the 51st minute, getting a glove on a flick from Roberto Morales in the box.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flick
Verb
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All that juice means this GranSport can dart to a max speed of 20 knots, with a cruising speed of 18 knots, while also delivering an up to 600-nautical-mile range.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
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Helicopter footage showed the man darting out from the wrecked Charger in a black T-shirt and white shorts.—
Jacob Beltran,
San Antonio Express-News,
13 Feb. 2026
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After a Massachusetts judge lifted the ban, the movie was released to the public in 1991.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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The movie, which earned numerous honors, including a Best Picture nomination, was among the first mainstream films to depict a same-sex couple raising children.—
Mike Miller,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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During these seasons, wildflowers bloom along the trails, butterflies flit through the garden, and the waterfall is often at its fullest, making hikes, picnics, and evenings around the campfire particularly enjoyable.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Here’s what to do to get rid of pesky moths flitting around indoors.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2026
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In one moment, Robbie wore a look that puts a spotlight on an emerging designer, Dilara Findikoglu, who created a dress braided with synthetic hair, for the film’s London premiere.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Gavras is know for directing films like Netflix's French feature Athena and last year's English language action adventure comedy Sacrifice.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Fringed palm fronds flutter in the breeze.—
Jason Sheeler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Pugh’s dress wholly evoked dark glamour, with a high neckline, fluttering short sleeves and a hint of contrasting fabric throughout the design of the dress.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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To mark the third anniversary of his death, Holker in December shared clips of the pair dancing together and photos of them with their children.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Hearts and flowers do not well dance with the sad music of tear gas and tears, tragedy and turmoil.—
Chick Pritchard,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Flick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flick. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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