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to flick
01
to displace or get rid of something by giving it quick, light strikes or blows
02
to move or propel something with a light, quick motion
03
to cause something to make a swift, light, or sudden movement
04
to browse through the pages of a book or other written material quickly and casually
Flick
01
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement
02
a short stroke
03
a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible)
04
(tennis) a quick and controlled movement of the wrist to generate spin on the ball during a shot
Example
He flicked the crumbs off the tablecloth with a swift motion of his hand.
She flicked the dust off the bookshelf with a feather duster.
He flicked the sand off his shoes before entering the house.
The chef flicked the excess flour off the cutting board before starting to chop the vegetables.
She flicked the water droplets off the umbrella by giving it a few quick shakes.