"So that's where this sudden streak of parental involvement came from."

She pointed up to a sudden streak of blue light high above them.

Anwyn, who had always deferred to Crispin's will, looked to have developed a sudden streak of independence, and at the worst possible time.

I intend -" Then came the sudden streak of the pencil across the paper, and on the back and edges - blood!

But what he had not encouraged was this sudden streak of exhibitionism.

They held two automatics; from the muzzles came sudden streaks of flame.

He faltered, and hated himself for the sudden streak of cowardice in his heart.

He studied them carefully, and had to admit that the sudden glowing streak must have been an impressive sight.

Maryland's improved defensive play created a sudden hot streak that put the Terrapins ahead to stay.

"Where'd you find this sudden streak of common sense?"