Pronunciation: /ˈflʌtərɪŋ/
verb to move or flap quickly and irregularly
A1 The butterfly was fluttering around the garden.
A2 She felt a fluttering in her stomach before going on stage.
B1 The curtains were fluttering in the breeze as she opened the window.
B2 The birds were fluttering around the feeder, eager for food.
C1 The leaves were fluttering in the wind, creating a peaceful sound.
C2 Her heart was fluttering with excitement as she waited for the results.
adjective moving or flapping quickly and irregularly
A1 The butterfly had beautiful, fluttering wings.
A2 She could hear the sound of fluttering leaves in the wind.
B1 The curtains at the window were fluttering in the breeze.
B2 The bird flew past with its fluttering wings, catching everyone's attention.
C1 The fluttering of the flags signaled the start of the ceremony.
C2 The fluttering of her eyelashes betrayed her nervousness.
formal The butterfly's wings were fluttering gracefully in the garden.
informal I saw a bird fluttering around in the sky earlier.
slang She felt a fluttering in her stomach before going on stage.
figurative The excitement in the room was palpable, with anticipation fluttering in the air.
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