lighter

Example Sentences

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Foreign investors historically preferred to work within the lighter regulatory framework of the U.S.;

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Heavy metals such as iron sink inward and create the core, while lighter material remains above and eventually becomes the mantle and later the crust.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

Easter baskets might be lighter on chocolate bunnies and eggs this year as consumers are balking at what they’re being asked to pay for the candy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Tom Homan being in charge and publicly taking a much lighter touch and appearing reasonable to the average voter is why you’re seeing this turnaround,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

A bit of faith still remaining, he set up his machinery and tried again, using a lighter stone.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig