streaked

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But as the group stepped outside to head to another nearby venue, something unusual streaked across the night sky.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

This year's offerings include the "Best in Show," the "Golden Cut Margarita," the "Maestro Martini" and "The Sequel," made with gold vanilla edible paint streaked along the side.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Or a stir-fry streaked with carrots, peas, more red cabbage and glossy peppers catching the light.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

I dream of lizards, dark skies, sand dunes and sunsets streaked in rose-mauve and smoky violet, the air heavy with the scent of wet creosote and campfire smoke.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

Shadowy shapes streaked past, and—oh, man—something slimy brushed my ankle.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia