flicked (off)

past tense of flick (off)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for flicked (off)
Verb
  • Not only was the Plaza33 party called off in coordination with the Secret Service, but a secure area was established around the ten-block radius surrounding the arena, cutting off foot and car traffic in one of the most hectic stretches of midtown Manhattan.
    Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 9 June 2026
  • The gas can no longer cool fast enough to fall in and the galaxy is suddenly cut off from its fuel supply.
    Paul Sutter, Space.com, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • Will my electricity be shut off during California heat wave?
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
  • The Windsor Locks Fire Department quickly responded to shut off the water and prevent further damage.
    Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
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“Flicked (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flicked%20%28off%29. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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