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Twice this century Pakistani leaders and opinion makers have flirted with the idea of recognizing Israel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Throughout 2025 they have flirted with dropping him for 21-year-old Jacob Bethell, who stepped in as number three during last year's tour of New Zealand.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

For the past 10 years since I turned 18, hearing men have flirted with me and taken me out on dates.

From New York Times • Oct. 5, 2022

The Oakland Athletics have flirted with Las Vegas for a year, but without purchasing land there or reaching a stadium deal.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2022

And yet Mr. Fleet, with shame for my sex I admit it, how many would have flirted with you to the same degree from mere vanity and love of excitement!

From Barriers Burned Away by Roe, Edward Payson