lighten

Example Sentences

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Reflecting his deep interest in religion and spirituality, above the door is inscribed the prayer: "Lighten our darkness, we beseech thee, O Lord."

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Lighten your spirits and your meal with this crisp winter salad.

From New York Times • Dec. 20, 2022

After a generation of baby boomer children hiding under school desks frightened by bomb scares, "Stripes" rolled its eyes and said, "Lighten up, Francis."

From Salon • Feb. 16, 2022

Lighten cleared the area and directed one of the other gym-goers to call 911.

From Fox News • Jan. 26, 2022

“They do that wherever they are. Lighten up. I’ll see you at five.”

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor