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
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
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
Dadi smiled at me as she grated carrots with lightning speed.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
