flicker

Example Sentences

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"As the visible light began to flicker and dim, the infrared light spiked. Which could mean that the material blocking the star is hot -- so hot that it's glowing in the infrared."

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

It was a gutty recovery by Alcaraz, but Zverev’s performance was also a bit of a flicker for men’s tennis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Thus far, it has been the only diabolic flicker he’s displayed.

From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026

Meanwhile, the subtle flicker of fire with cool blues around the edges of the flame is like a magic trick.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

The fire gave a final flicker and went out.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda