lighten
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Tarlov games out numerous scenarios with recommendations on how to deploy statistics and when to lighten up.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Although the alleged activity in the Los Angeles dwelling wasn’t enough to send Madison packing, she has recently opened up about her desire to relocate to lighten the load on her coparenting situation.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 3, 2026
Susanna Streeter, a financial expert from Bristol-based Wealth Club, said the summer of savings should help lighten the financial burden for families during the school holidays.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
In an effort to lighten things up and reduce risk—and, let’s be honest, boost productivity through camaraderie—more companies are planning retreats that could have been designed by a bunch of 10-year-olds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
But he knows he needs to lighten up his palette even more.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
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