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Flickings

Definition

Flickings, as a noun, refers to the act of moving something quickly with a sudden sharp movement of the fingers, especially to create a light impact or produce a clicking sound.

As a verb, flickings is the present participle form of the verb "flick", which means to move or propel something with a sudden sharp movement.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun: The act of moving something quickly with a flick of the fingers, often producing a clicking sound.

Example Sentence: The magician showcased impressive flickings as he made cards vanish in the blink of an eye.

Sense 2:

Verb: Present participle form of "flick", which means to move or propel something with a sudden sharp movement.

Example Sentence: She kept flicking the light switch on and off, trying to create an eerie atmosphere.

Usages

Popular Usage:

Flickings are commonly associated with various hand gestures used in sports, especially in basketball and soccer, to precisely control the movement of the ball.

Example Sentence: The basketball player's skills include accurate dribbling and quick flickings that enable him to accurately pass the ball.

Local Usage:

In the local community, flickings may refer to a way of catching the attention of someone across the room by rapidly blinking one's eyes.

Example Sentence: Jenny gave Mark a series of flickings across the crowded room to signal him to join her at the party.

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