Swift as lightning Meaning in English
expression
Definition
Used to describe someone or something that moves or acts very quickly, as fast as a flash of lightning.
Usage & Nuances
This is an idiomatic, poetic expression. Used both in written and spoken English; generally informal or literary. It compares speed or quickness to lightning. Alternative forms: 'quick as lightning,' 'fast as lightning.' No need to use literally—just implies extreme speed.
Example Sentences
The rabbit ran swift as lightning across the field.
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He finished his homework swift as lightning.
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The goalkeeper reacted swift as lightning to stop the ball.
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When trouble comes, she’s swift as lightning to help.
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You have to be swift as lightning to grab tickets before they sell out.
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His response to my message was swift as lightning—he replied in seconds!
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