- comparative of light.
lighter
Example Sentences
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Scientists do not yet know whether dark matter is made up of ancient black holes lurking throughout space, undiscovered heavy and slow particles, or unknown lighter and faster particles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
The process to terminate controllers can be lengthy and result in lighter punishments or reversals, as has happened in some cases this year, people familiar with the matter said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
The team therefore plans to conduct additional experiments using even lighter atomic nuclei, including helium-4.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026
Chilly nights will continue to be a feature over the weekend but with more sunshine and lighter winds, daytime temperatures will climb.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Now comes the part in all her stories where her voice becomes lighter, like she’s casually giving directions to the corner panadería.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
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