lightheartedly

Example Sentences

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“The Sheep Detectives” introduces this talent lightheartedly, with Lily suggesting they forget some minor unpleasantness, counting to three, and pausing as a high-pitched whine slices the air.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

One of his recent female students is Xochitl Salas de la Cruz, an athletic 17-year-old who lightheartedly recalls how her brother once accidentally spilled hot sauce on her headdress.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2023

His comment set the tone for what was an hour-long charm offensive that saw Mr Trump Jr lightheartedly engaging with the judge while letting his lawyers do the brawling for him.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2023

According to Groff, Murphy lightheartedly said, “This was the first time I’ve had dinner with Lea where the main topic of the conversation wasn’t about her, what she wanted to do next creatively.”

From New York Times • Sep. 1, 2022

Rasheed smiled lightheartedly, but Laila could feel his gaze, cold and watchful.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini