nictitate in a sentence

v. i.

Definition

Nictitate: to blink or close the eyelids briefly, especially to moisten or protect the eyes.

Birds nictitate to keep their eyes moist and clear while flying.
During the lecture, the professor explained how certain reptiles nictitate to protect their eyes from dust.
In the warm sunlight, the cat would nictitate occasionally, a sign of contentment.
Some species of nocturnal animals nictitate to enhance their night vision.
The nictitating membrane in sharks helps them see while maintaining eye protection during a hunt.