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as in to twinkle
to shine with light at regular intervals
she loves to sit in the dark and watch the lights on the Christmas tree blink in ever-changing patterns
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as in to succumb
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
for two days the nations stood on the brink of war, until one finally blinked
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as in to stare
to look long and hard in wonder or surprise
stood blinking at the ridiculous scene before him in utter disbelief
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Recent Examples of blink
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2025
UConn took control from the jump, reeling off an 11-0 run before Creighton had even blinked.
—Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
And in elimination hockey, history or heartbreak can happen in the blink of an eye.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2025
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Verb
If [China’s] economy continues to slow, or the Fed blinks, the expectation for a rate cut will resurface and the bond yields could fall again.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2025
UConn took control from the jump, reeling off an 11-0 run before Creighton had even blinked.
—Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
Noun
From managing insurance claims to initiating legal processes, in the blink of an eye, an accident suddenly puts you in an incredibly uncomfortable position, putting so much extra work on your plate.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
And in elimination hockey, history or heartbreak can happen in the blink of an eye.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blink
Verb
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Turn your porch into a calming oasis with twinkling fairy lights, or upgrade your front yard with in-ground pathway lighting or solar sconces.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The wall is programmable and lights up with twinkling star effects, colors and strobes.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
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And this is world-class hangover acting by the wobbly, squinting Schwarzenegger, aided by blurry camera work from writer-director Mike White.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
24 Mar. 2025
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The number of standout homegrown starters the Rockies have drafted requires squinting, a list that includes Kyle Freeland, Aaron Cook, Jon Gray, Jeff Francis and Jason Jennings.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2025
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The houses also provided a measure of protection for the young women away from home and assumed to be in danger of succumbing to urban corruption.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
2 Apr. 2025
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Despite the disparity in shots, Eastern Hills held on, but finally succumbed to Lake Dallas 4-1. Lake Dallas (15-6-2) moves on and will face undefeated Waxahachie Life (24-0-0) in the area round next week.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Mar. 2025
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Rather than stare into your closet (or suitcase) to piece together an elevated outfit, the work is done for you.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Mar. 2025
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Tickets to the Nampa show become available to the general public staring at 10 a.m. Friday for $39.50 to $79.50 through fordidahocenter.com.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2025
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Millions of people in the United States, Canada, Europe, China and beyond were able to view the glow of the northern lights.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Blue Dragon - Always evening under the glow of ethereal lanterns, guests can enjoy Pan-Asian cuisine as dazzling neon dragons chase across the walls or curl up with a cocktail at The Tiger Bar.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The tech-heavy Nasdaq, the S&P 500 and Russell 2000, which started off in positive territory as well, are flickering red and green.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2025
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Once Joe left alone — with Halsey (Phil Burke), the suspect, in lockup — the lights flicker out.—
Lisa de los Reyes,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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The space is filled with subtle details linking to the brand’s history, such as a bicolor marble flooring that winks to Divas’ shape, which transitions into another puzzle-like geometric pattern inspired by a Bulgari necklace from the ‘70s unearthed in the brand’s archive.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
24 Mar. 2025
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This opening directly toys with that theory, only to wink knowingly at viewers when it’s revealed that, actually, the girls are just playing a game of tag.—
Abby Monteil,
Them,
13 Mar. 2025
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People who submitted a DNA sample to 23andMe for genetic testing can get that data deleted, something Washington state officials are highlighting after the company filed for bankruptcy last month.—
Melissa Santos,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
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Nearly 140 local artists then submitted original designs with personal statements explaining the image and themes used.—
Ashley Fredde,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Blink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blink. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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