as in reversals
a changing from one policy or point of view to virtually its exact opposite
the governor's frequent flip-flops would indicate that she has no core beliefs
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Recent Examples of flip-flops
Scott Lebar. Story Produced With Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Ventilation aside, the springy print also tied the whole outfit together — her camel carryall and red flip-flops matched nicely with the bright blooms featured on her trousers.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
But in a time when formalities are an increasingly rare occurrence, and most beach resorts embrace flip-flops and athleisure—comfy, yes, but not polished or classy—the Gasparilla Inn’s insistence on dressing up is refreshingly civilized, if a bit old-fashioned.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
For example, the reliable Old Navy flip-flops are still a go-to for a reason --they're affordable, easy and perfect for everything from pool days to quick errands.
—Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
Pair it with wide-leg jeans and flats for the office, wear it with a skirt and flip-flops come summer—the styling opportunities are endless with this classic polo.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
That’s oodles of swimsuits, sunglasses, flip-flops and bags full of tiny travel lotions.
—Beth Collums, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Pull one over your usual uniform of an oversized tee and sleek sweatpants to nail the model-off-duty vibe—then add flip-flops for a little touch of Scandi-girl styling.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
Footwear standouts include cherry-red flip-flops and a sleek satin mule.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Parks will be shaped like flip-flops and guitars, with a central activity hub including pools, a fitness center and concert space.
—Scott Lebar. Story Produced With Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Ventilation aside, the springy print also tied the whole outfit together — her camel carryall and red flip-flops matched nicely with the bright blooms featured on her trousers.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
But in a time when formalities are an increasingly rare occurrence, and most beach resorts embrace flip-flops and athleisure—comfy, yes, but not polished or classy—the Gasparilla Inn’s insistence on dressing up is refreshingly civilized, if a bit old-fashioned.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
For example, the reliable Old Navy flip-flops are still a go-to for a reason --they're affordable, easy and perfect for everything from pool days to quick errands.
—Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
Pair it with wide-leg jeans and flats for the office, wear it with a skirt and flip-flops come summer—the styling opportunities are endless with this classic polo.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
That’s oodles of swimsuits, sunglasses, flip-flops and bags full of tiny travel lotions.
—Beth Collums, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Pull one over your usual uniform of an oversized tee and sleek sweatpants to nail the model-off-duty vibe—then add flip-flops for a little touch of Scandi-girl styling.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
Footwear standouts include cherry-red flip-flops and a sleek satin mule.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flip-flops
Noun
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What followed was a series of appeals and reversals that kept Rose on (and off) death row for nearly 50 years.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Supreme Court upheld the reversals, and the three men later pleaded to voluntary manslaughter counts — resulting in them being paroled — under an agreement that required them to admit to being responsible for Tyree’s death in open court.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If the club waffles on what should be a tap-in decision to replace Foote, that would be a bad process indicator at the outset of this crucial offseason.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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When the show first premiered, dressing as Eleven with a box of Eggo waffles under her arm was a top Halloween costume, and waffles have been featured in every season since.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Neville hedges his bet by filling us in on Michaels’ spotlight apprehension, making his reticence a through line.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Below the threshold, AI hedges your brand or ignores it.—
Jason BARNARD,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s 937 quarts…which equivocates to almost one ton per day.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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The question of who stands against this darkness — and who equivocates — will be determined by civilizational identity.—
Calev Myers,
New York Daily News,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Russian President Vladimir Putin shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a reception, held on Victory Day marking the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, May 9, 2025.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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Protein shakes can be made with milk or water.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Mitski lies on the lawn looking at the girl leaving her, like the witch in Into the Woods when Rapunzel shuns her and then gets promptly trampled by a giant.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
16 Jan. 2026
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The unfortunate truth is that the agency has lost its way and shuns innovation.—
Ross Marchand,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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My concerns were deepest around Narcizo, a brilliant drummer who, among other things, eschews the use of cymbals in fashioning a playing style that sounds like nobody else.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The flight path eschews Orion's entry into lunar orbit, but ensures the crew's safe return without the need for another substantial engine burn.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There’s one small car park at the far end of the beach, reached by a winding single-track road that skirts the water’s edge.—
Rosie Conroy,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The 23rd congressional district skirts the west side of San Antonio and extends all the way to El Paso, encompassing vast swaths of the border.—
Bayliss Wagner,
San Antonio Express-News,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Flip-flops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flip-flops. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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