lightened
Example Sentences
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So when state television announced, a day after kick-off in nearby Mexico, that it would broadcast 16 games from the opening stages, the national mood lightened.
From Barron's ● Jun. 14, 2026
Apple and Microsoft both lightened up on buybacks in the latest quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
The energy was slightly festive, lightened by the absurdity of the situation.
From Slate ● May 4, 2026
"The Scottish government and local authorities, as the employers of teachers, must act in line with their duty of care to ensure that the current crippling workload burden on teachers is lightened."
From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2025
The slow days drifted on, and each left behind a slightly lightened weight of apprehension.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
