I glow brilliantly for mere seconds, only to fade away and leave nothing behind but smoke. What am I?
A firework
The puzzle describes a fleeting visual experience that relies on combustion and darkness to create drama. Because the illuminated display vanishes almost as quickly as it appears, it leaves only a faint cloud in the air. This short lifespan is the defining characteristic of festive holiday pyrotechnics.
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