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lighten

[lahyt-n] / ˈlaɪt n /




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So in my life, what I tend to say is, “OK, this story can probably lighten somebody’s ideology on what happened at this particular place.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

The EU is also now working to lighten regulatory burdens that European companies say hurt their global competitiveness, although results aren’t yet clear.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

And then, as the sky starts to lighten ahead of sunrise, we hear footsteps.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

Starmer is also expected to announce measures to lighten regulations on business.

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

“Let us be fair. You know my secrets, now let me know yours. It will lighten the burden to share it.”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein