to flirt
Third Person
flirts
Present Participle
flirting
Past Tense
flirted
Past Participle
flirted
1
to behave in a way that shows a person is only sexually drawn to someone, with no serious intention of starting a relationship
- At the party, she couldn't resist the temptation to flirt with the charming stranger.
- Some individuals flirt casually at social events without expecting a deeper connection.
- In a playful manner, he began to flirt with his co-worker during the office happy hour.
- Online dating platforms sometimes involve users who flirt without seeking a serious commitment.
- During the party, he subtly flirted with several guests, enjoying the social interaction.
2
to casually engage with or explore something without serious commitment or intention
- He flirted with the idea of moving abroad, but never really made any plans.
- She flirted with the idea of getting a tattoo, but then decided against it.
- They flirted with the political movement, attending rallies but never fully committing.
- He likes to flirt with different hobbies, trying one for a while before moving to the next.
- She flirted with the concept of becoming a photographer, but soon returned to her regular job.