light work

Example Sentences

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Building a new packinghouse was light work compared to building new juicing facilities.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

"Definitely a much better match today," Gauff said after making light work of Sakkari.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

He showed all of that same swagger in Jaipur as he dismantled the Gujarat attack to ensure Rajasthan made light work of a chase of 210 for victory.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2025

The kitchen was chaotic, as kitchens always are, but many hands made for light work.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2025

Once in a while Papá did some light work for Bonetti, the owner of the ranch, to help pay the rent, but as time passed we fell further and further behind on the monthly payments.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez