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lightning speed

NOUN
warp speed
Synonyms
WEAK
escape velocity flash greased lightning terminal velocity

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

An August Virgo with no agent and an ability to respond to emails at lightning speed, Egypt has been doing his own booking for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

I’m moving through everything around me at lightning speed.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman