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flirting

/ˈflɜːrtɪŋ/ /ˈflɝːtɪŋ/

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verb

To throw (something) with a jerk or sudden movement; to fling.

Examples :

"The frustrated artist was flirting paint at the canvas, hoping to create a feeling of chaotic energy. "

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verb

To jeer at; to mock.

Examples :

"The older brother was flirting at his younger sister, making fun of her clumsy attempts at tying her shoes. "

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verb

To dart about; to move with quick, jerky motions.

Examples :

"The small bird was flirting from branch to branch, searching for berries. "

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verb

Examples :

"He flirted out his answer to the math problem, realizing only later that it was completely wrong. "

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verb

To play at courtship; to talk with teasing affection, to insinuate sexual attraction in a playful (especially conversational) way.

Examples :

"While waiting in line at the coffee shop, Sarah was flirting with the barista, smiling and making playful jokes. "

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verb

To experiment, or tentatively engage, with; to become involved in passing with.

Examples :

""She was flirting with the idea of changing her major, but hadn't made a final decision yet." "

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noun

Examples :

"The office party was full of harmless flirting. "

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