
Flash around
Attention Seeking
Used when someone wants to attract notice, often seen as negative.
He loves to flash his designer clothes around at parties.
Bragging
Implies boasting about what one has, can be off-putting.
She couldn't resist flashing her diamond ring around the office.
Impress Others
Often used to make others envious or to show social status.
At the reunion, Tom flashed around photos of his new mansion.