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noun

• a momentary flash of light

• Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918)

• merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance

• electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field

• a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger

• a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction

verb

• put in motion or move to act

• emit or produce sparks

90%9 Giving life or motion to something
adjective satellite

• giving spirit and vivacity

90%10 Provide a boost of energy
noun

• the activity of causing to have energy and be active

adjective satellite

• supplying motive force

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New York Times25 Apr 1976 Across 94
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