lightning speed

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Some will be able to come back more quickly than others, but this doesn’t happen with lightning speed.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

“November to January is lightning speed for the court to hear and publish a major opinion,” Christensen said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

In the early ’60s, Shepard escaped to New York and with lightning speed infiltrated off-Broadway, inspired by Samuel Beckett, Edward Albee and a host of experimental playwrights.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2025

AI systems employ advanced-machine-learning algorithms that can process information and learn on their own, adjusting trading strategies at lightning speed, all without human input.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 28, 2025

With lightning speed, Dunwing tugged hard on the rope, gaining a little slack.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques