blink
Pronunciation: [blɪŋk]
Word
Context: "physical action"
(verb) to quickly close and open your eyes. This happens when something bright or surprising happens, or even just to keep your eyes moist.
Example
She blinked her eyes quickly when the bright light turned on.
Example
He didn’t blink at all during the movie; he was completely focused.
Example
Did you see her blink when the camera flashed?
Context: "time"
(noun) a very short moment of time. It’s like saying something happened really quickly, almost without you noticing.
Example
In the blink of an eye, the car sped past us.
Example
It wasn’t just a blink; it took a long time to decide.
Example
Can you believe how much can change in the blink of an eye?
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