light-hearted

Example Sentences

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But it still makes an awkward fit, tonally, in a book whose ostensible subject had created more light-hearted expectations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

"Usually when we talk about my dad it's in a more light-hearted context of, like, 'do you remember this?'," he says.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Via email, he said that his "intention has always been to create light-hearted, respectful interactions".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

I said, trying to take a light-hearted tone.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler