Streak (Noun)
Meaning 1
A narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background; "a green toad with small black stripes or bars"; "may the Stars and Stripes forever wave".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The zebra's distinctive black and white streaks allowed it to blend in with the shadows.
- The new fashion trend featured bold streaks of bright color on an otherwise neutral background.
- A faint streak of glitter caught the light as the dancer twirled across the stage.
- The painting featured a prominent streak of crimson that seemed to pulse with energy.
- The bird's feathers had a beautiful streak of iridescent blue that shimmered in the sunlight.
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Meaning 2
An unbroken series of events; "had a streak of bad luck"; "Nicklaus had a run of birdies".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The company has had a streak of profitable years, thanks to their innovative business strategy.
- She was on a streak of good grades, but it was broken when she got a low score on the final exam.
- The team was on a winning streak, having won every game in the past month.
- The basketball player was on a hot streak, making shot after shot from the three-point line.
- The singer had a streak of hit songs, each one more popular than the last.
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Meaning 3
A distinctive characteristic; "he has a stubborn streak"; "a streak of wildness".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- She has a creative streak that often leads to innovative solutions.
- His ruthless streak was a concern for those who knew him in business.
- There was a streak of independence in her that made her want to travel alone.
- The artist's quirky streak was evident in the unusual shapes and colors he used.
- The team's winning streak was impressive, but they knew it couldn't last forever.
Meaning 4
A sudden flash (as of lightning).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- A bright streak illuminated the dark sky during the thunderstorm.
- The streak of light from the meteor was visible for only a second.
- As the firework exploded, a vibrant streak of red lit up the night.
- The photograph captured a streak of lightning as it struck the old oak tree.
- A momentary streak of sunlight gleamed through the crack in the cave wall.