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Flex

Definition:

"Flex" is a slang term that means to show off or display something in an impressive way. It can refer to anything from physical abilities or possessions to accomplishments and achievements.

Use case:

You can use "flex" when you want to brag or boast about something you have or can do. For example, if someone asks you about your new car, you might say, "Yeah, I'm gonna flex a little and show it off." Or, if you're talking about your recent accomplishments, you might say, "I don't mean to flex, but I just got promoted at work." Basically, "flex" is a way to brag in a playful or lighthearted way.


The usage of the idiom 'Flex' in a sentence

• He loves to flex his muscles whenever we go to the beach, but I think he's just trying to impress the girls.

• I'm not trying to flex, but I've been crushing it at work lately and my boss has definitely noticed.

• She always tries to flex her knowledge of wine, but I can tell she's just regurgitating what she read on a label.

• I'm not trying to flex or anything, but I've been hitting the gym pretty hard lately and can finally lift more than my body weight.

• Don't even try to flex on me with your fancy degree, I've got a lifetime of experience that can't be taught in a classroom.

• I saw him flexing his new Lamborghini on Instagram, but I know he's just compensating for his lack of personality.

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