flicker

//ˈflɪkər//
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Verb

flickerInfinitive
flickerPresent tense
flickeredPast tense
flickeredPast participle
flickeringPresent participle
flickersThird-person singular
1

To shine with an unsteady light that rapidly varies in brightness.

The candle flickered in the wind.

2

To move back and forth rapidly and irregularly.

The snake's tongue flickered in and out.

3

To appear briefly or faintly.

A smile flickered across her face for just a moment.

Noun

flickerSingular
flickersPlural
1

An unsteady light that rapidly varies in brightness.

The flicker of the candle created dancing shadows on the wall.

2

A brief or faint indication or appearance of something.

There was a flicker of hope in her eyes.

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