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lighter

[lahy-ter] / ˈlaɪ tər /




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"Visually, I notice that my stomach looks a little more defined and I also feel lighter and more comfortable."

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

Villani noticed that the real work began again last year, when Kelce recommitted after a couple of lighter offseasons.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

They said Meta may have finally cracked virtually-reality glasses with a lighter and less bulky offering.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026

The right map above illustrates that shift, with lighter reds and blues showing much smaller rates of change during that decade.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026

Like my heart was heavier and lighter at the same time.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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