lighter
Example Sentences
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It’s lighter and more brothy, but still hits that same balance: savory, bright and a little rich.
From Salon • 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
Most American oil imports come from Canada and feed refineries that can’t efficiently process lighter shale blends.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
In Naypyidaw, the collapsed concrete awning of the main hospital's emergency department -- which crushed a car when it came down -- has been replaced with a new, lighter structure, with a plastic roof.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
She’s been holding her tray for this entire conversation, so her arms are probably getting tired, even though her lunch must be lighter without the soup.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
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