Comets streak, meteors flash.
Meaning: Comets move quickly through space, leaving a trail behind them, while meteors enter the Earth's atmosphere and emit a sudden burst of light.
Choice of Words: Comets are celestial bodies that consist of a nucleus of ice and dust, while meteors are small particles of matter that enter the Earth's atmosphere from space. Streak means to move quickly and leave a trail behind, while flash means to emit a sudden burst of light.
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