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The act of trying to court, woo or entice someone
“She told me about the time that my mother had packed my father's suitcase and thrown him out of the house for his constant flirting with other women.”
A lack of seriousness, especially in the context of fun or entertainment
Present participle for to playfully behave as though one is attracted to someone
“A highly eligible bachelor, he was often the choice of single women, who would constantly flirt with him as he shopped on nearby Broughton Street.”
Present participle for to move about or around quickly and randomly
“The satisfaction of watching butterflies flirt about your garden is immeasurable.”
Present participle for to throw (something) with a jerk or sudden movement
“The boys flirt water in each other's faces.”
Present participle for to entertain the possibility of
“Other states will watch the impact of this policy with interest and flirt with the idea of following suit.”
Present participle for to dabble in, typically not in a serious manner
“By the early 70s, Miles had alienated himself from the mainstream jazz purists by continuing to flirt with rock music.”
Present participle for to take a chance on something that poses an obvious danger or risk
“It tells the tale of speed fiends on motorbikes who constantly flirt with death and live life on the edge.”
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