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The past tense form of 'flout' is flouted. Example: He flouted the speed limit and got a ticket. (He flouted the speed limit and got a ticket.)
Definition of “flout”
- to openly disregard or disobey a rule, law, or convention
- to mock or scoff at something
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Past Simple | flouted |
| Past Continuous | flouting |
| Past Perfect | flouted |
Example
He flouted the rules and faced the consequences.
Example
She flouted the convention and received criticism.
Example
They were flouting the regulations without any regard.
Example
He was flouting the law and risking his reputation.
Example
By the time they realized, they had flouted multiple rules.
Example
She had flouted the guidelines before she faced consequences.
