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flashing

[flash-ing] / ˈflæʃ ɪŋ /














NOUN
indecent exposure
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The flashing warning signs have been highlighted in several quarters.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

By 2 p.m., a flashing sign at the entrance to Curry Village advised that the parking lot was full and directed people to try their luck elsewhere.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Also, when you plug in at night, the lights keep a steady, flashing vigil.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Hayes said: "Developing an early warning system is essential. The government and the Office for Students should be ready to step in when the lights are turning amber, not when they are already flashing red."

From BBC • May 12, 2026

“I didn’t steal a watch,” Sara answered, flashing him a look.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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