lighthearted
Example Sentences
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Spend enough time around cybersecurity types, and questions like the one above might feel like lighthearted chitchat.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Throughout its four seasons, “Mormon Wives” has featured lighthearted content like the moms’ love of the soda shop Swig and more weighty topics, including gender roles within the Mormon church.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
Dunn has reportedly been joking with other members that he’s “back from the dead” and posted a lighthearted proof-of-life video on St. Patrick’s Day.
From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026
"He provides an entertaining and lighthearted way for fans to connect with him and his signature straight-talking, anti-establishment style."
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
As he shouldered his travelsack and satchel, Chronicler found himself feeling remarkably lighthearted.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.