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blink

1 of 2verb
/blɪŋk/
Forms:blinks,blinking,blinked,blinked
1

to open and close the eyes quickly and for a brief moment

B2
  • The bright light made her blink.
  • He had to blink several times to adjust to the sudden darkness.
  • When the wind blew, she couldn't help but blink to protect her eyes.
  • We blinked to adjust our eyes to the dim light.
Synonyms:
winknictatenictitate
2

(of a light) to flash on and off repeatedly

  • The signal light began to blink, warning drivers of the upcoming construction zone.
  • The neon sign outside the store blinked in the night, attracting attention from passersby.
  • The light in the hallway would blink occasionally, causing a flickering effect.
  • The emergency beacon blinked at regular intervals to signal distress.
  • The streetlamp started to blink, signaling that it needed maintenance.
Synonyms:
twinklewinkleflashwink