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flip the switch

FLIP thuh SWICH

flɪp ðə swɪtʃ

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Syllable breakdown

fliptheswitch

Dictionary meaning

To activate something; to make a sudden change in approach or attitude.

Examples

  • Once funding came through, they flipped the switch and went into full production mode.

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