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
Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Residents are urged to take precautions as further flash flooding is possible.
—Hannah Parry
amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 July 2025
Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 24 July 2025
Stepping onto the platform of the railway station, the stony walls of West Yorkshire flashed it immediately back to me.
—Emily Van Duyne
july 24, Literary Hub, 24 July 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
Heavy storms could trigger flash flooding across parts of the Southwest, Rockies and Nevada, especially over wildfire burn scars and flood-prone canyon or valley areas.
—Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Residents are urged to take precautions as further flash flooding is possible.
—Hannah Parry
amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 July 2025
Verb
Belanger is particularly worried about a community on the Hiwassee River, north of Helen, where permanent residential trailers sit near a river gauge that a recent study found was among the most-prone to flash flooding in the country.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 24 July 2025
Stepping onto the platform of the railway station, the stony walls of West Yorkshire flashed it immediately back to me.
—Emily Van Duyne
july 24, Literary Hub, 24 July 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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This move could be the first of a flurry after Arizona was swept by Houston earlier this week.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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That area has seen a flurry of property sales since Mayor Joe Hogsett announced his intentions to build a professional league stadium at what is now the downtown Indianapolis heliport, but some of the Simon property purchases predate the mayor's public announcement.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The galaxy can be seen undergoing a burst of star formation thanks to the tidal influence of a galactic neighbor, with the glowing red form of an emission nebula visible throughout, giving the impression of a cosmic firework display.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
13 July 2025
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The raging river bursts from its banks around this time, sweeping homes, cars, campers and cabins downstream.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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But going over 10 minutes on the toilet—or severe difficulty having a bowel movement—could be a red flag.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
29 July 2025
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About 30 minutes east of Sagres, travelers can find even more peace and solitude in the quiet coastal village of Burgau.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
29 July 2025
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But that might require a minor calcio miracle, with Laurienté reportedly travelling to Portugal to undergo his medical for the Black Cats.—
David Ferrini,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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The third step would be for a pope to recognize as valid a second miracle.—
Maya Bell,
jsonline.com,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Set pieces are teased with just enough spectacle – exploding cars, balletic fight sequences, and globe-trotting vistas – to assure fans that the sequel is raising the stakes.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 July 2025
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On the morning of the exhibition, MLS revealed that Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammate, Jordi Alba, would not participate in the spectacle.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Verb
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In its place, Pacers Sports and Entertainment is building a gleaming new $78 million performance facility for the Indiana Fever.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
29 July 2025
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Its modern aesthetic borders on too plain, though its gleaming aluminum finish exudes a premium feel and impressive strength.—
Charles Jefferies,
PC Magazine,
28 July 2025
Verb
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The artworks and photos are displayed alongside historical items, archival images, video reenactments of the Raid, and multimedia testimonials by descendants of the enslaved people who liberated themselves.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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If a face is displayed to millions of people at once, chances are someone will recognize it.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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The 'Ghost Bush' open star cluster is also visible to the upper right of the Fireworks galaxy, twinkling with the light of countless gravitationally bound stellar bodies.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
16 July 2025
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After dinner, guests can gather around the crackling fire and enjoy time under the twinkling stars.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 July 2025
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“Flash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flash. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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