1
as in flurry
a sudden and usually temporary growth of activity
a flash of last-minute trips to the grocery store before the onset of the big snowstorm
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a much-needed flash of humor during the otherwise boring lecture
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as in minute
a very small space of time
the shower will be over in a flash
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as in miracle
something extraordinary or surprising
the new goalie for our hockey team was apparently quite a flash in his hometown
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as in spectacle
excessive or unnecessary display
the expensive clothes, the luxury cars, and other apparent signs of success are all flash that belie the fact that the family is up to its ears in debt
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as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
the actress's diamond necklace flashed as she hurried on stage to accept the award
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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
flashed a wad of cash as he paid for his dinner
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as in to publish
to make known openly or publicly
flashed the news of the royal birth around the world
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as in brief
lasting only for a short time
flash floods in the local area
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Recent Examples of flash
Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Since whale sharks have shown sensitivity to bubbles due to scuba diving, physical contact and flash photography, Western Australia is leading by example and enforcing strict regulations such as restricting these activities.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Emily Weaver, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The officer, with his patrol car’s lights flashing, asked me to step away from the vehicle and wrote me a ticket for running a red light.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
The German figures come a day before the scheduled release of flash inflation data for the euro area, which will be closely watched by investors for guidance on the odds of another interest rate cut from the European Central Bank.
—Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2024
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Noun
The findings presented in the new study are based on observations of a single storm on July 30, 2022, that produced over 300 lightning flashes.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Since whale sharks have shown sensitivity to bubbles due to scuba diving, physical contact and flash photography, Western Australia is leading by example and enforcing strict regulations such as restricting these activities.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Verb
These come in warm white, creating a welcoming and cozy vibe, as well as eight light modes, ranging from flashing and slow fade to normal.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The officer, with his patrol car’s lights flashing, asked me to step away from the vehicle and wrote me a ticket for running a red light.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Don’t let the lack of flash fool you — this guy is the real deal.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
The German figures come a day before the scheduled release of flash inflation data for the euro area, which will be closely watched by investors for guidance on the odds of another interest rate cut from the European Central Bank.
—Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flash
Noun
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Wall Street analysts have issued a flurry of downgrades for the S&P 500, and billionaire business leaders are pushing back against Trump.—
Andrew Ross Sorkin,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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This time last year, the Mets had already made a flurry of pitching transactions to plug the bullpen leaks and would continue to do so through April.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The transformed Hidden Jungle aviary bursts with hundreds of butterflies each spring, attracting butterfly enthusiasts from across the region.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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An 8-year-old Utah boy jumping on a trampoline miraculously survived after a strong wind burst sent him several feet into the air.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The defense's case to spare Mahdi's life before a judge lasted only about 30 minutes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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What’s the statistic there, the average ER physician has to see a patient every three to four minutes?—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Don’t let the Shrek coloring fool you, this easy old-school recipe is proof of the magic of instant pudding and the miracle of boxed cake mix doctored up to taste a little better and more like homemade.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2025
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Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The red carpet, staged across from the theater’s towering marquee, had its own spectacle.—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
5 Apr. 2025
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Buckle up for this globe-trotting, CGI-heavy adventure that combines apocalyptic spectacle and family drama in the least pretentious way possible.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The fragrance’s golden bottle gleamed at the center of the activation.—
Evan Burke,
Billboard,
19 Mar. 2025
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Read expert advice to keep your furniture gleaming.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The new portable console features a 7.9 inch LCD screen that displays in 1080p.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2025
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Asia Asian stocks have displayed a mixed performance throughout Wednesday's trading session.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Turn your porch into a calming oasis with twinkling fairy lights, or upgrade your front yard with in-ground pathway lighting or solar sconces.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The wall is programmable and lights up with twinkling star effects, colors and strobes.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Flash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flash. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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