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flashed

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈfɫæʃt// UK //flˈæʃt// flashed

v. shone a bright light suddenly or for a very short time. You can also use it when something moves past you very quickly.

v. the past tense and past participle of 'flash'; refers to the sudden emission of a brief, intense light or a rapid, momentary appearance.


SIMPLE

The camera flashed as he took the photo.

CONTEXTUAL

The ambulance flashed its lights as it sped through the busy intersection toward the hospital.

COMPLEX

A look of pure recognition flashed across her face for a split second before she regained her composure and continued the interview.

Synonyms
Usage

Intransitive when describing light emission; transitive when an object is used to produce the light (e.g., 'flashed a torch').

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