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Vocabulary Entry
fluttering
|verb • noun • adjective
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V
verb
To move or cause to move in a quick, light, and flapping manner.
Example Sentences
"The bird was fluttering around the garden, searching for food."
"She watched the leaves fluttering gently in the breeze."
"He could see the flags fluttering in the wind."
N
noun
The action of flapping or moving lightly and quickly; a quick, light movement.
Example Sentences
"The fluttering of the butterfly captivated the children."
"There was a soft fluttering of wings as the doves took off."
"The fluttering of the paper caught his attention."
A
adjective
Characterized by quick or light movements; (figuratively) nervous or anxious.
Example Sentences
"She had a fluttering heart as she waited for the results."
"The fluttering sound made it hard to concentrate."
"He felt a fluttering excitement as he entered the room."