flash somebody a smile, look, etc.
flash (one) a look
To look at one, usually quickly and perhaps unexpectedly. That guy over there is so cute! Geez, don't stare, just flash him a look.
See also: flash, look
flash (one) a smile
To smile at one, usually quickly and perhaps unexpectedly. She was sad this morning, but I think she's feeling better now—she flashed me a smile before she left.
See also: flash, smile
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
flash somebody a ˈsmile, ˈlook, etc.
smile, look, etc. at somebody suddenly and quickly: She flashed him a quick smile, then was gone before he could say anything.See also: flash, somebody
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- flash (one) a look
- look ahead
- give (one) the eye
- give someone the eye
- give the eye
- like a flash
- dragged through a hedge backward(s)
- fix (one) with a look
- have a look-see
- get a dirty look (from someone)