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lighter

[lahy-ter] / ˈlaɪ tər /




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While audits have declined, the new IRS data do not seem to show a lighter touch across the board.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Solid-state transformers are much lighter than the current version and can manipulate voltage in more sophisticated ways—almost like switching an analog system to digital.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 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

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

“And we can put this … ugly conversation behind us. Move on to lighter topics.”

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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