lightning speed
Example Sentences
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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
Eddie Howe's men deservedly led through Anthony Gordon's strike until Ekitike displayed his deadly finishing and lightning speed to take his tally for the season to 15 goals.
From Barron's ● Feb. 1, 2026
“November to January is lightning speed for the court to hear and publish a major opinion,” Christensen said.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 14, 2026
Artemis found bugs at lightning speed and it was cheap: It cost just under $60 an hour to run.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 11, 2025
The man behind the counter flips and assembles burgers at lightning speed, catering to the few but anxious stragglers.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
