concept   flick
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, 'flick' can refer to a quick, light movement or a rude gesture with the middle finger.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 flick US Flicking someone off with the middle finger is considered offensive 1
2 flick United States Flick can refer to a casual or careless movement or action, such as flicking a switch or flicking hair. 1
3 flick United States Commonly used to describe a quick, light movement, such as flicking a switch or flicking a bug away. 1
4 flick United States Flicking someone off (giving the middle finger) is considered rude and offensive. 1
5 flick United States Flicking someone off (using one's middle finger) is considered an offensive gesture. 1