flash
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A brief, sudden burst of light, or a short instant of time.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A _____ of lightning lit up the whole sky for a second."
Answer: flash
In your own words, what does "flash" mean?
A brief, sudden burst of light, or a short instant of time.
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