- comparative of light.
lighter
Example Sentences
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Their new "two component self interacting dark matter" model includes at least two kinds of dark matter particles, one heavier and one lighter.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 14, 2026
The standard connectors, designed by Tesla, are smaller and lighter than the combined systems.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
More are being treated for lighter injuries, health authorities said.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
It wasn’t the heat; someone from the Department of Energy booth who had been there every day confirmed it was only a little lighter, attendance-wise, than the average.
From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2026
He felt immediately lighter, like he wasn’t as alone as he thought.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
