blink

(noun) a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly. Synonyms: eye blink, blinking, wink, winking, nictitation, nictation.

(verb) briefly shut the eyes. Synonyms: wink, nictitate, nictate. Examples: "The tv announcer never seems to blink."

(verb) force to go away by blinking. Synonyms: wink, blink away. Examples: "Blink away tears."

(verb) gleam or glow intermittently. Synonyms: flash, wink, twinkle, winkle. Examples: "The lights were flashing."