as in reversal
a changing from one policy or point of view to virtually its exact opposite
the governor's frequent flip-flops would indicate that she has no core beliefs
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Recent Examples of flip-flop
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
But Gavin, why flip-flop and why impose Proposition 50’s cost of $280 million on Californians?
—John Moorlach, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Just don’t show up in flip-flops.
—Oren Peleg, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2025
The weather in New York might still be in flip-flop territory, yet many show-goers were impatient to get a step ahead of fall’s key trends, with just as many boots as sandals lining the front row.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Classic belts, trendy flip-flops and colorful accessories brought the looks together.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
But Gavin, why flip-flop and why impose Proposition 50’s cost of $280 million on Californians?
—John Moorlach, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Just don’t show up in flip-flops.
—Oren Peleg, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2025
The weather in New York might still be in flip-flop territory, yet many show-goers were impatient to get a step ahead of fall’s key trends, with just as many boots as sandals lining the front row.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flip-flop
Noun
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Congressional Democrats called for the reversal of Medicaid cuts that Republicans passed earlier in 2025 and for the extension of health care subsidies to be included in a funding measure, according to USA TODAY.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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Even then, each reversal in her short life was, for her, an ascent — driven by an unyielding hunger for absolute truth and goodness, crowned at last in God.—
Shai Tubali,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For what seems like the first time, Casper equivocates.—
Gary Greenberg,
New Yorker,
27 Sep. 2025
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And as politicians, these Supreme Court Justices are especially bristling, equivocating, and entitled, which doesn’t make for trustworthy narration.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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So, that was a good learning experience and a humbling experience of being on the outside and trying to weasel my way in.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
25 Sep. 2025
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So if an extra (and questionable) ingredient weasels its way into the formula, and the supplement hits the market, there's not much the FDA can do besides send companies a warning letter to recall the supplement.—
Julia Forbes,
Wired News,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Target was held accountable for waffling on their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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But state lawmakers, facing their own deficit, have waffled over continuing the initiative.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Michigan gas prices continue to yo-yo, falling more than a dime in the last week to a statewide average of $3.60 a gallon for regular unleaded, as motorists pay about $54 for a 15-gallon tank, as crude oil prices fall, according to AAA auto club.—
Frank Witsil,
Detroit Free Press,
6 May 2024
Verb
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Slimy Lunch Meats Lunch meats are one of those things that often evade clean-outs.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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But when the Coast Guard approached on a 45-foot response boat, authorities said, the cuddy cabin boat began racing south to evade arrest.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After 30 minutes or so, pause the machine, remove the comforter, and shake it out before adding it back to the drum, continuing the process until the bedding is fully dry.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
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The earthquake shook at a depth of just 3 miles, with its epicenter approximately 10 miles south of Trona.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Netanyahu once shunned long wars and ground operations, aware of the cost and political capital that resulted in indecisive conclusions or stalemates.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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Central banks around the world — including the Federal Reserve — could soon become big buyers of bitcoin, after historically shunning the cryptocurrency, according to the Deutsche Bank Research Institute.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Flip-flop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flip-flop. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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