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Definition blink in American English

blink verb

verb
/blɪŋk/
1

to close your eyes for a very short time and quickly open them again

Example

The dazzling spotlights made me blink.

Example

Maya looked down, trying to blink away the tears.

Example

Max was biting his lip and blinking his eyes.

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2

if a light blinks, it goes on and off continuously

Example

Neon signs were blinking outside bars and casinos.

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Definition blink in American English