Flip through
verb
To quickly look over the pages of a book, magazine, or document without reading everything.
She flipped through the catalog, looking for a nice dress.
Often appears as...
- flip through a book
- flip through pages
verb
To quickly go through a collection or series of something, such as TV channels or radio stations.
I flipped through the channels but couldn't find anything interesting.
Often appears as...
- flip through channels
- flip through stations
verb
To quickly look over the pages of a book, magazine, or document without reading everything.
She flipped through the catalog, looking for a nice dress.
Often appears as...
- flip through a book
- flip through pages
verb
To quickly go through a collection or series of something, such as TV channels or radio stations.
I flipped through the channels but couldn't find anything interesting.
Often appears as...
- flip through channels
- flip through stations
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Speed Reading
Used when you want to quickly find something or get a general idea without reading in detail.
He flipped through the report to grasp the main points.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Action
Usually involves using your fingers to turn pages rapidly, often making a 'flipping' sound.
She flipped through the magazine while waiting.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal
The phrase is casual and commonly used in everyday conversation.
Can you flip through this cookbook and choose a recipe?
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