lighter

Example Sentences

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Trump has maintained a lighter public schedule in recent months than he did at the start of his second term.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

But the fact that the cars are slightly lighter and smaller this year is unlikely to make a difference.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

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

The flame on the lighter was smaller than that of the candle, and the spirits stayed closer, giving him less of a berth.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny