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flip-flop
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a flip-flop (American)
a complete change, especially from one decision or opinion to another. The government has made a policy flip-flop over arms sales.

flip-flop (American)

a flip-flop - a complete change, especially from one decision or opinion to another. The Senator wouldn't dare flip-flop on the abortion issue - he'd lose too many votes. (often + on)

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