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wink at someone to close one eye at a person as a sign of friendliness or flirtation. She winked at him and he was shocked. I hope she winks at me again. See also: wink wink at something to pretend not to see something; to condone something wrong. (See also blink at something {2}.) The police officer winked at my failure to make a complete stop. I cannot wink at blatant infractions of the law! See also: wink How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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While Dorothy was looking earnestly into the queer, painted face of the Scarecrow, she was surprised to see one of the eyes slowly wink at her. On these occasions, having slipped out for a hurried breakfast, he also would wink at Philip as he walked up the stairs on his way back and rub his hands. sez I; 'my heart's sick in my ribs for a wink at anything wid the Quane's uniform on ut. |
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