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
Stuart James, New York Times, 6 June 2025
In some of the most creepy moments of the show, every single one of those lights can be flicked off to achieve complete darkness.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 2 June 2025
Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 10 June 2025
Mobile Technology Rugged 360-degree camera set for work in extreme environments
Home Entertainment
Hisense shrinks core triple-laser engine for portable 4K mini projector
A good team of stuntmen or women can make or break even the most low-budget flick.
—Joe Salas
june 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2025
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Verb
One finish, in particular, for Livingston against Hamilton Academical in March 2021, is a reminder of his eye for the spectacular: flicking the ball up, with his back to goal, then firing a swivelling volley into the roof of the net.
—Stuart James, New York Times, 6 June 2025
In some of the most creepy moments of the show, every single one of those lights can be flicked off to achieve complete darkness.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 2 June 2025
Noun
There are scores of free flicks being presented in outdoor spots in and around the city all summer.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 10 June 2025
Mobile Technology Rugged 360-degree camera set for work in extreme environments
Home Entertainment
Hisense shrinks core triple-laser engine for portable 4K mini projector
A good team of stuntmen or women can make or break even the most low-budget flick.
—Joe Salas
june 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flick
Verb
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Authorities believe the toddler darted into the parking lot in front of a Jeep, Assistant Chief Terranova Smith told WTOC.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2025
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Marchand has long been the master of taking the smallest window and turning it into something bigger, darting between or around opponents into the small pockets of available space.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
Noun
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Featuring mid-scale buildable models of the most iconic Star Wars ships, including the Millennium Falcon and the Tantive IV, which holds the distinction of being the first ever starship to appear in a Star Wars movie.—
Paul Brett,
Space.com,
20 June 2025
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But one of my favorite movies ever is ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,’ so replaying this scene was fantastic.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
20 June 2025
Verb
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Following the Tony Awards, many attendees flitted off to cast celebrations and the official MoMA party before landing at the annual event at the Carlyle, hosted by Rick Miramontez and John Gore.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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The episode flits back and forth between tour preparation, performances and home footage from Cooper’s childhood.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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The film is produced by Bekmambetov under his Bazelevs banner, Majd Nassif through Longevity Pictures, and Ara Keshishian and Petr Jakl of ZQ Entertainment.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
26 June 2025
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His answer is both thoughtful and humble, and perhaps perfectly fitting for a seasoned actor who’s taken on countless roles in Korean film and TV over the past 32 years.—
Regina Kim,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Verb
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The card features drawings of flying birds, floating feathers, shooting stars, fluttering butterflies and rowing gondoliers.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
24 June 2025
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Outside of quintessential Southern porch staples, nature adds an idyllic experience to the outdoors, especially the presence of hummingbirds with their gracefully fluttering wings and gentle humming sound.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Lorde accompanied the former with a video of herself alone throughout New York before meeting up with fans and dancing in the center of Washington Square Park.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
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Even the most obsessive dancing queen will find fresh storytelling and breadth in these pages.—
EW Staff Published,
EW.com,
20 June 2025
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“Flick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flick. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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