lighter

Example Sentences

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Easter baskets might be lighter on chocolate bunnies and eggs this year as consumers are balking at what they’re being asked to pay for the candy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Tom Homan being in charge and publicly taking a much lighter touch and appearing reasonable to the average voter is why you’re seeing this turnaround,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Buttermilk contributes tang and lift, sharpening the sweetness and helping the cake rise with a lighter hand.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

This weekend clocks in the UK will 'spring forward' by an hour marking the return of lighter evenings as the UK moves closer to summer.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Her hair was a lighter shade of brown than mine.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence