flicked

Example Sentences

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More often, it’s a shower of lemon zest or a handful of toasted breadcrumbs, flicked over the top like confetti.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Most folks I encountered grew up playing an Asian version and flicked the tiles with an enviable ease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Eighty-three seconds later Janecke dug the puck out from along the boards, flicked it behind her back to Scamurra, who spun and shot to make it 3-0.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

Ekitike flicked on Dominik Szoboszlai's inswinging delivery and when Van Dijk couldn't convert, the ball bounced kindly for Mac Allister to nod home.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Delia reached over and flicked the golden rings with her forefinger, making them tinkle against each other.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall