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to streak
01
to move swiftly in a specified direction, leaving a visible trail or mark
Examples
With a burst of speed, the athlete streaked past the finish line, securing the victory.
The car streaked down the highway, its headlights piercing through the darkness.
02
to form or cover with lines, spots, or blotches of color
Examples
The marble countertop was streaked with veins of white and gray.
Rain had streaked the window with dirt and mud.
03
to run naked through a public place as a prank, protest, or thrill
Examples
A group of students decided to streak across the campus lawn.
He streaked at the football game, causing a stir among the spectators.
Streak
01
a consecutive series of repeated actions or behaviors forming a consistent pattern or routine
Examples
She maintained a winning streak of ten games in a row.
The team ’s losing streak was finally broken with their latest victory.
02
a narrow line, stripe, or marking of a different color or texture from the surrounding area
Examples
The marble countertop had a streak of white running through it.
A streak of mud crossed the car door after the rain.
03
a notable quality, often a habitual tendency
Examples
He has a streak of stubbornness that comes out in debates.
There 's a mischievous streak in her personality.
04
a brief, narrow flash of light or energy
Examples
A streak of lightning lit up the night sky.
The meteor left a streak across the horizon.
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