Phrasal Verb - Flicking through
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.Definition
To 'flick through' is a phrasal verb that describes the action of quickly turning the pages of a book, magazine, newspaper, or any other printed material without reading carefully or in detail. This action is typically done to get a general impression of the content, to locate a specific piece of information, an image, or a particular section, or simply to browse idly and pass the time. It implies a rapid, often superficial, examination rather than a thorough and sequential reading, characterized by the quick, light movement of turning pages one after another.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | She spent the afternoon flicking through old photo albums, reminiscing about her childhood memories. |
| 2 | Can you flick through the quarterly report and tell me if there's any mention of the new project's budget? |
| 3 | While waiting for her appointment, Sarah began flicking through the magazines on the coffee table. |
| 4 | Before deciding which novel to buy, I always like to flick through a few pages to get a feel for the writing style. |
| 5 | The professor quickly flicked through his lecture notes, trying to locate the specific quote he wanted to share with the class. |
| 6 | I don't have time to read the entire newspaper this morning, so I'll just flick through the headlines and main articles. |
| 7 | He was flicking through a graphic novel, admiring the artwork more than reading the story word for word. |
| 8 | Could you flick through these archived documents and pull out anything related to the 'Phoenix' initiative? |
| 9 | The interior designer would often flick through various catalogues for inspiration before meeting with clients. |
| 10 | My grandmother enjoys flicking through seed catalogs in the middle of winter, dreaming of her spring garden plans. |