flirtatiously
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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One couple flirtatiously strolls through an empty parking garage, then dances late at night in a hotel room.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
At least as seen in the surviving clips of the original episode, the real Cheryl appears to lean into the show’s conventions, flirtatiously playing along with the game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2024
He flirtatiously tells Shiv he hates the whole concept of Living+, disparaging the concept as "land cruises."
From Salon ● May 1, 2023
“I have decided that my sexual self is best reserved for private situations with those I am most intimate with. I dress modestly. I don’t act flirtatiously with men as a policy,” she continued.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 19, 2017
“Now, men, we’re going to synchronize our watches,” Colonel Korn began promptly in a sharp, commanding manner, rolling his eyes flirtatiously in General Dreedle’s direction.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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