lightening
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Another reason such layoffs may prove to be temporary: In many cases AI seems to shift the burden of work to those who are most skilled at using it, rather than lightening the load overall.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026
“If you think you’ve weathered the storm, we’re probably not through it all. If you can’t handle it, consider lightening up your positions,” he added.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 2026
He told family members that Diet Coke was responsible for his longevity, lightening the mood.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025
Firefighters faced difficult conditions Sunday as dry thunderstorms brought increased wind and threatened lightening strikes that could ignite new fires, according to the briefing.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 27, 2025
He pivoted to look at the hills, which the sun was lightening to smoky blue.
From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker
