flip-flop
noun
1
: the sound or motion of something flapping loosely
2
a
: a backward handspring
b
: a sudden reversal (as of policy or strategy)
3
: a usually electronic device or a circuit (as in a computer) capable of assuming either of two stable states
4
: a rubber sandal loosely fastened to the foot by a thong
flip-flop
intransitive verb
Examples of flip-flop in a Sentence
the governor's frequent flip-flops would indicate that she has no core beliefs
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Try slide sandals or flip-flops.
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Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
If a flip-flop is your go-to, consider these for a less intimidating pick in keeping with your personal style.
—ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
Floaty kaftans, swimsuits, and flip-flops are the island uniform.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
To complete the look, wear the cream and blue-striped pants with a colorful longline tank and some chunky Nike sneakers—or even a pair of flip-flops to combat the heat.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
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Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
If a flip-flop is your go-to, consider these for a less intimidating pick in keeping with your personal style.
—ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
Floaty kaftans, swimsuits, and flip-flops are the island uniform.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
To complete the look, wear the cream and blue-striped pants with a colorful longline tank and some chunky Nike sneakers—or even a pair of flip-flops to combat the heat.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for flip-flop
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“Flip-flop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flip-flop. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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