lightning speed
Example Sentences
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The Interior Department completed the renovation at lightning speed by government standards.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
Hinton, who made headlines when he quit Google in 2023 warning of the "profound risks to society and humanity", said he remains concerned as AI progresses at lightning speed.
From Barron's ● Apr. 21, 2026
Having made a name for himself by using his lightning speed to get on the end of scores, Bielle-Biarrey has far more to his game.
From BBC ● Mar. 16, 2026
“November to January is lightning speed for the court to hear and publish a major opinion,” Christensen said.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 14, 2026
Dusk approached with lightning speed, casting a muted purple hue over the backyard.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
