streaking
noun
streak·ing ˈstrē-kiŋ 
: the lightening (as by chemicals) of a few long strands of hair to produce a streaked effect
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Tagovailoa hit a streaking Jaylen Waddle on a 42-yard pass play to turn a 10-0 game into a 17-0 advantage on the way to the win. 
Christopher Price, BostonGlobe.com, 11 Sep. 2022 The Ravens extended their lead on their second drive of the second half on Duvernay’s second touchdown catch when Jackson avoided pressure, stepped up in the pocket and found Duvernay streaking into the end zone. Dennis Waszak Jr., Hartford Courant, 11 Sep. 2022 Plumlee connected with a streaking Gamble on the Knights’ next possession for a 30-yard score. Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 Quarterback Kirby Moore threw to end Pat Hodgson for a short gain, and then Hodgson lateraled the ball to a streaking Bob Taylor, who ran for a 73-yard touchdown. Creg Stephenson | Cstephenson@al.com, al, 26 Aug. 2022 Barring last-minute technical glitches or unfavorable weather, the four main SLS engines and its solid-rocket boosters are set to ignite at 8:33 a.m. EDT (1233 GMT) on Monday, sending the spacecraft streaking skyward. Reuters, NBC News, 24 Aug. 2022 Like catching a glimpse of a streaking light in the night sky. Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 13 Aug. 2022 Snowbasin Resort in Hunstville, just north of Salt Lake City, posted footage of a meteor streaking across the sky. Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY, 15 Aug. 2022 After washing with a soap solution, rinse the surface with water and dry with a soft cloth to eliminate water spots and streaking. Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2022 See More
Christopher Price, BostonGlobe.com, 11 Sep. 2022 The Ravens extended their lead on their second drive of the second half on Duvernay’s second touchdown catch when Jackson avoided pressure, stepped up in the pocket and found Duvernay streaking into the end zone. Dennis Waszak Jr., Hartford Courant, 11 Sep. 2022 Plumlee connected with a streaking Gamble on the Knights’ next possession for a 30-yard score. Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 Quarterback Kirby Moore threw to end Pat Hodgson for a short gain, and then Hodgson lateraled the ball to a streaking Bob Taylor, who ran for a 73-yard touchdown. Creg Stephenson | Cstephenson@al.com, al, 26 Aug. 2022 Barring last-minute technical glitches or unfavorable weather, the four main SLS engines and its solid-rocket boosters are set to ignite at 8:33 a.m. EDT (1233 GMT) on Monday, sending the spacecraft streaking skyward. Reuters, NBC News, 24 Aug. 2022 Like catching a glimpse of a streaking light in the night sky. Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 13 Aug. 2022 Snowbasin Resort in Hunstville, just north of Salt Lake City, posted footage of a meteor streaking across the sky. Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY, 15 Aug. 2022 After washing with a soap solution, rinse the surface with water and dry with a soft cloth to eliminate water spots and streaking. Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
circa 1964, in the meaning defined above
streaking
verb
as in striping
to make stripes on light from the setting sun streaked the clouds in brilliant bands of pink and orange Synonyms & Similar Words
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