Many of his early successes turned out to be flashes in the pan.

Before the storm, the crew secured the loose cap flashings on the rooftop to prevent leaks.

The shelter provided flashing collars to help volunteers spot the dogs during evening walks.

Astronomers observed unexpected helium flashes in the aging red giant that altered its surface composition.

The contractors inspected the step flashings along the chimney to ensure the roof remained watertight.

During the meeting, her subtle eyebrow flashes signaled agreement with the plan.

During the app update, unexpected flashcrowds flooded the site, making it temporarily unavailable.

During interviews, participants described several flashbulb memories that they could recall with startling clarity.

The millwright temporarily installed a flashboard across the dam to raise the pond's water level for the summer irrigation.

Before the storm, the crew installed extra flashboards along the spillway to raise the water level.