Lightning match, e.g. Crossword Clue

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LIGHTNING (noun)
1. abrupt electric discharge from cloud to cloud or from cloud to earth accompanied by the emission of light
2. the flash of light that accompanies an electric discharge in the atmosphere (or something resembling such a flash); can scintillate for a second or more
MATCH (noun)
1. a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
2. lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
MATCH (verb)
1. set into opposition or rivalry
2. be equal to in quality or ability

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