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aflutter

American  
[uh-fluht-er] / əˈflʌt ər /

adjective

  1. in a flutter.

aflutter British  
/ əˈflʌtə /

adjective

  1. in or into a nervous or excited state

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Etymology

Origin of aflutter

First recorded in 1820–30; a- 1 + flutter

Example Sentences

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The Super Bowl might not always conjure romantic vibes, but the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce whirlwind has hearts aflutter.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2024

"Designers got crafty this season," noted Drapers, "and the Paris runways were aflutter with super-size lace and broderie anglaise designs for SS24".

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2023

Markets had expected hawkishness, but were set aflutter last week when council member Klass Knot cast doubt on the need for hikes beyond July.

From Reuters • Jul. 27, 2023

A lush new flower garden aflutter with happy birds?

From Slate • May 19, 2023

Roll after roll until the distance from the ship to the dock was aflutter with paper ribbons—red, yellow, blue, green.

From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz

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