The cat's tail flicked back and forth in contentment.

Meaning: The cat's tail was moving from side to side because it was happy and relaxed.

Choice of Words: Flicked means to move quickly and lightly. Back and forth means moving in one direction and then the other. Contentment means a state of happiness and satisfaction. The cat's tail was moving quickly and lightly from side to side because it was happy and relaxed.

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