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to wink
01
to quickly open and close one eye as a sign of affection or to indicate something is a secret or a joke
Intransitive
Examples
During the meeting, the colleague across the room winked to share a confidential message.
The comedian on stage would often wink at the audience after delivering a clever punchline.
02
to close and open both eyelids quickly
Intransitive
Examples
She felt the dust in the air and had to wink to avoid irritation in her eyes.
The sudden brightness made him wink repeatedly to adjust.
03
to shine or flash on and off in a quick, intermittent manner
Intransitive
Examples
The stars winked in the night sky, barely visible through the clouds.
The streetlight winked on and off as the power fluctuated.
Wink
01
the act of opening and closing one eye quickly once as a sign of affection, greeting, etc.
Examples
The opportunity was gone in a wink, and he missed his chance.
The lights flickered for a wink before returning to normal.
03
a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
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