flipping

v. turning something over quickly or moving through something like pages.

v. the present participle of 'flip', denoting the action of overturning or flicking through a medium.

“He was flipping through the magazine while waiting for his appointment.”

“The chef was flipping pancakes with practiced ease, ensuring each side achieved a perfect golden brown before serving.”

adj. a word used to show you are annoyed, surprised, or to make a point stronger without being too rude.

adj. a euphemistic intensifier used as a minced oath for 'fucking' to express frustration or emphasis.

“I can't find my flipping keys anywhere in this house.”

“It is a flipping miracle that we managed to catch the train despite the heavy traffic on the way to the station.”

British English · Informal · Humorous

n. the business of buying something, like a house or a car, fixing it, and selling it quickly for more money.

n. the practice of purchasing an asset and reselling it shortly thereafter for a profit, often after making improvements.

“House flipping has become a popular way for people to make money in this city.”

“The rapid flipping of properties in the downtown area has contributed significantly to the rise in local real estate prices.”

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