as in darted
to make an irregular series of quick, sudden movements
a dragonfly flickering above the salt marsh
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Recent Examples of flickered
SportsCenter flickered on several televisions.
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Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
In the Florida Keys, lights flickered and boats rocked a bit more than usual.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
As Miz went in for the kill on the top ropes, the lights flickered as Miz stumbled.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
Thanks to the film, that form has flickered in the minds of tourists from around the world for half a century.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Instead, the data revealed a planet in flux where areas brightened explosively in one year and dimmed sharply the next; regions flickered in rhythms tied to oil booms, armed conflicts, and pandemic lockdowns.
—Bree Shirvell, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026
Not far from where the two sat, a customer service light flickered on and off, but no employees manned the help desk.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
As the road cut through a jagged pitch of mountains on the 30-minute drive from Figari South Corsica airport, rhythmic flashes of the glittering sea and lush, wild terrain flickered at every turn.
—Rebekah Peppler, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Candles flickered on long wooden tables beneath a sprawling mulberry tree as Matt French stepped in front of the doorway of his sleek Pioneertown home, holding a drink aloft.
—Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
In the Florida Keys, lights flickered and boats rocked a bit more than usual.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
As Miz went in for the kill on the top ropes, the lights flickered as Miz stumbled.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
Thanks to the film, that form has flickered in the minds of tourists from around the world for half a century.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Instead, the data revealed a planet in flux where areas brightened explosively in one year and dimmed sharply the next; regions flickered in rhythms tied to oil booms, armed conflicts, and pandemic lockdowns.
—Bree Shirvell, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026
Not far from where the two sat, a customer service light flickered on and off, but no employees manned the help desk.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
As the road cut through a jagged pitch of mountains on the 30-minute drive from Figari South Corsica airport, rhythmic flashes of the glittering sea and lush, wild terrain flickered at every turn.
—Rebekah Peppler, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Candles flickered on long wooden tables beneath a sprawling mulberry tree as Matt French stepped in front of the doorway of his sleek Pioneertown home, holding a drink aloft.
—Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flickered
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The next inning, the Rays’ Ben Williamson hit a two-out single to Tucker in right field, and Tampa’s Jonathan Aranda darted around third toward home.—
Liana Handler
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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But instead of trying to run out more time or take a foul, Fox darted to the basket and attempted a lay-up, which Anunoby blocked.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Western whiptails flitted across the trail and onto rocks.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Brands may be gearing up for a European summer, but over the past couple of months, many European luxury labels — and with them, brand executives, fashion journalists, and VICs — have flitted between the coasts of the United States.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Dozens of butterflies, likely variable checkerspots with hints of yellow and red on their wings, fluttered all around.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Cars honked their horns and cyclists pulled over to tune in as flags fluttered in the wind, fans clambered to see the screen, and people hugged and shouted.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
17 June 2026
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Much like the Snicko technology used in cricket, broadcasters could even show a graphic illustrating the precise moment that Isak had flicked the ball on.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
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The next batter in Grahm Hutton flicked a chopper to third base and Harrington went on contact.—
Tim Crowley,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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With thousands of dejected Spain supporters trudging past, fans of the Blue Sharks danced in celebration as supporters of other countries high fived and embraced them.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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Legendary ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov, uber-socialite Nan Kempner, and fellow fashion designers Halston, Donna Karan, and Oscar de la Renta sipped champagne from crystal stemware and danced the night away on the main deck.—
Serena Turner,
Vanity Fair,
15 June 2026
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