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flip-flop
What does flip-flop mean?
The return trip. You ran the load out, now you're flipping it for the run home. Drivers use it to plan meet-ups: "catch you on the flip-flop" means see you on the way back.
"Catch you on the flip-flop, I'll be eastbound by Wednesday."
Frequently asked questions
What does "flip-flop" mean for truckers?
It's the return leg of a trip — heading back the way you came.
How do you use "flip-flop" in a sentence?
For example: "I'll grab a load for the flip-flop so I'm not running empty home."
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