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to flicker
01
to shine or burn with an unsteady or wavering light
Intransitive
Examples
The candle flame flickered in the drafty room.
The dying fire began to flicker, casting shadows on the walls.
02
to make small, rapid, and irregular movements
Intransitive
Examples
The leaves outside the window flickered in the wind, creating a mesmerizing dance of shadows on the wall.
Her eyelids flickered with exhaustion as she struggled to stay awake during the late-night study session.
03
to turn on and off or appear and disappear in circles
Intransitive
Examples
The computer monitor flickered briefly before shutting down completely, signaling a power outage.
The old neon sign flickered intermittently, creating an eerie glow on the deserted street.
Flicker
01
the act of moving back and forth
02
North American woodpecker
03
a momentary flash of light
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