lightning
Aussprache: [ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ]
Wort
Kontext: „natural phenomenon“
(noun) a bright flash of light that comes from the sky during a storm. It usually appears before you hear thunder. Lightning can be very dangerous and is often seen during heavy rain or storms.
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The lightning lit up the sky beautifully during the storm.
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There was no lightning in the sky, just dark clouds and rain.
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Did you see the lightning strike during the storm last night?
Kontext: „speed or quickness“
(noun) something that happens very quickly or suddenly, just like the flash of lightning. We often use it to describe actions that take place at a fast speed.
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Her reaction was as quick as lightning when asked the question.
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The train is not moving lightning fast today because of delays.
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Can you be as quick as lightning when solving math problems?
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