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in a flash

 

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Adverbial in a flash has 1 sense
  1. instantaneously, outright, instantly, in a flash - without any delay; "he was killed outright"

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Term: In a flash

Definition:

Adverb phrase that means extremely quickly, almost instantaneously.

Sense 1:

Usage: Popular

Meaning: Refers to doing something rapidly or without delay.

Example sentence: He finished his homework in a flash and went out to play with his friends.

Sense 2:

Usage: Popular

Meaning: Describes an event or action that occurred very quickly.

Example sentence: The fire was so intense that the whole building collapsed in a flash.

Sense 3:

Usage: Local

Meaning: Represents a sudden, momentary burst of light.

Example sentence: The lightning illuminated the dark sky in a flash, revealing the silhouette of the trees.

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