lightened

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So when state television announced, a day after kick-off in nearby Mexico, that it would broadcast 16 games from the opening stages, the national mood lightened.

From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026

Apple and Microsoft both lightened up on buybacks in the latest quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The energy was slightly festive, lightened by the absurdity of the situation.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

As the mood lightened towards the end of the meeting, she had a request of her own for her client.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Belatedly, she realized how much the sky had lightened.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan