flash
noun
a brief, sudden burst of bright light.
has flashed
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present perfectof flash (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Since then, the market has flashed several bullish signals, while some sentiment gauges have shown signs of improvement.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026
And Ohtani has flashed elite-level stuff in his small sample size as a pitcher since returning from a second career Tommy John surgery.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2025
Taiwanese media say this is the first time its government has flashed an islandwide alert of this nature.
From BBC ● Jan. 9, 2024
The same can be said of sophomore wide receiver Germie Bernard, who has flashed in four games as a pass-catcher and kick returner.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 28, 2023
"During the last few days a joyous rumour has flashed through our capital which has made every one happy who has heard it."
From A Hungarian Nabob by R. Nisbet (Robert Nisbet) Bain
