lighter

Example Sentences

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There’s no harm in a bit of rosy romanticization if it makes a life obscured by grief that much lighter.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

My goth uniform included black Maybelline eyeliner I used a lighter to heat the tip with before application.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Instead of relying only on vague instructions such as "play warmer" or "use a lighter touch," future training systems may be able to show students the exact physical movements associated with specific tonal qualities.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

New York spent a few years working on the parts, and how the parts were supposed to fit together, and they controversially cycled out headstrong coach Tom Thibodeau in favor of Mike Brown’s lighter touch.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

I make my way into the large room, which is lighter, but not exactly cheerful.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin