flirting

Example Sentences

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After flirting with relegation in the past two seasons, Tottenham have made a statement of intent.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

Some oil analysts are warning that the sinking prices don’t fully reflect how tight the market remains after months of draws on global oil inventories, which are now flirting with operational limits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

Emery immediately made an impact, imposing structure, clarity and belief on a Villa side that was once again flirting with relegation to guide them to a top‑seven finish and European qualification in his first season.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

One ETF hoovering assets suggests that some investors are also diversifying by flirting with non-capitalization-weighting strategies.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

If to sit and talk was flirting — if, indeed, it was anything at all.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen