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Updated June 2026
The occurrence of a natural electrical discharge of very short duration and high voltage between a cloud and the ground or within clouds. It is typically accompanied by thunder.
“The lightning illuminated the night sky for a brief moment during the intense thunderstorm.”
/ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/
light·ning
Contains double 'N' and 'LIGHT' root; silent 'GH' combination
Worth 14 points; good for common letter patterns and weather terminology
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