light-hearted

Example Sentences

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Erica Donald’s three-word rebuttal on X to speculation about her husband playing football again was also light-hearted.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

All the films are affectionate, most are light-hearted and often comical.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

It was a light-hearted reminder of the adjustments required off the pitch but Morton has adapted quickly where it matters most.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

US President Donald Trump on Thursday startled Japan's prime minister by mentioning the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, a seemingly light-hearted remark sure to elicit unease in a country now a firm US ally.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

She immediately put her hand over her mouth with an “oops!” and the atmosphere remained light-hearted; but we all knew, Mr. Roger included, that she’d made a mistake.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro