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Meaning of Chicago lightning | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Bullets; gunfire.

US, dated, slang, uncountable

Examples

“He said: "Thanks, friend; but you're wasting your time. You better warn Crocker. If that louse makes a play for me, he'll get hit with Chicago lightning!"”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Chicago overcoat Chicago piano Chicago principles Chicago Protocol Chicago school Chicago screw

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