flip-flop
noun
a sudden or unexpected reversal, as of direction, belief, attitude, or policy.
has flip-flopped
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present perfectof flip-flop (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But, thanks to the pandemic, demand for aircraft seats has flip-flopped dramatically of late.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2024
Since the report’s release, the Portuguese hierarchy has flip-flopped over the possible – and still unresolved — issue of payment of reparations to victims.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 26, 2023
This may not be the first time Antarctic sea ice has flip-flopped.
From Scientific American ● Mar. 8, 2023
Mr. Abbott, meanwhile, said Mr. O’Rourke has flip-flopped on a series of issues.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 30, 2022
AT&T is expected to also claim Mr. Delrahim has flip-flopped on his views of the deal.
From New York Times ● Feb. 14, 2018
