Thesaurus results for FLIP-FLOPS

flip-flops 1 of 2

noun

plural of flip-flop

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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flip-flops

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verb

present tense third-person singular of flip-flop

as in waffles

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Noun

People were milling about in flip-flops, holding water jugs, smoking cigarettes—little to do, nowhere to go. — Ben Taub, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 Brazilian accessories brand Luiza Barcelos created Giulia’s custom shoes, as well as personalized flip-flops for the guests to slip on once the dancing began. — Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2026 The only sign of life at the house was three pairs of flip-flops left on the front patio. — Adam Yamaguchi, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 Ahead, see more stars who have worn flip-flops on the red carpet over the years. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026 Safeguard your ankles with a pair of comfy sneakers and save your flip-flops for the beach and pool. — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 So, say goodbye to your flip-flops and bathing suits in exchange for hats and scarves instead, and consider pushing your tank tops and shorts to the back of your drawer to make room for sweaters and boots. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026 In pictures obtained by the Daily Mail, Cyrus kept it casual in a brown sweatshirt, pairing it with black pants, flip-flops, and a leather tote. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026 Sandals and flip-flops are not recommended because of uneven floors. — Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026

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Noun

The president, who generally resists admitting fault, has recently made several reversals responding to ethical concerns.

— Isaac Arnsdorf, Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2026
But while anti-immigrant, pro-Russian parties have made inroads across the continent in recent years, there have also been notable reversals, and some have softened their views to build coalitions with moderates.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of reversals

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Tacos at the waffle place, waffles at the chicken place; our cups indeed runneth over.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Berry Delicious Nutty Waffles Top 2 whole wheat waffles with 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup berries, 2 tablespoons walnuts and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

— Elisa Zied, Parents, 15 July 2026

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Apple hedges across the supply chain, but these price rises illustrate systemic long-term pressure rather than short-term variations.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
For example, low-cost Irish airline Ryanair currently hedges 80% of its jet fuel costs, giving them a significant competitive advantage when fuel prices increase.

— Tiago Ventura, Time, 26 June 2026

Definition of hedges

Verb

Near the epicenter, the agency estimated an intensity of VIII, classified as severe on the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale, which measures how strongly the ground shakes at individual locations.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Core Power protein shakes, sold under the Fairlife brand, will be available in banana and strawberry beginning in January, the first new flavors in almost a decade.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of shakes

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Continue reading … POLITICS HEARTLAND HERO — Patriotic woman fills void after Dem gov shuns America's 250th birthday bash.

— , FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
This strategy shuns grand openings, favoring subtle engagement and long-term commitment, guiding future US growth.

— Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Definition of shuns

Verb

Alienware just entered exactly that market with its new 15-inch laptop, which eschews the latest generation of graphics cards to keep the price low while still delivering acceptable speed and style.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Vollmann, who eschews cell phones, email and social media, still has a landline.

— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of eschews

Verb

This deeply entertaining and emotional film never skirts the scientific process, but instead fully embraces it at every turn.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2026
The strongest winds were expected to remain offshore as the storm's center skirts the coast before moving out to sea.

— MEGAN JANETSKY, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026

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