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lightheartedly





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“The Sheep Detectives” introduces this talent lightheartedly, with Lily suggesting they forget some minor unpleasantness, counting to three, and pausing as a high-pitched whine slices the air.

From Salon May 17, 2026

Chushcoff has also at least twice during the trial lightheartedly reminisced about his brother sitting on his back as a child, in apparent reference to a key fact in the trial.

From Seattle Times Nov. 27, 2023

His comment set the tone for what was an hour-long charm offensive that saw Mr Trump Jr lightheartedly engaging with the judge while letting his lawyers do the brawling for him.

From BBC Nov. 1, 2023

Meanwhile, Vanzant addressed the debate more lightheartedly on Instagram Stories.

From Los Angeles Times May 4, 2023

I was miffed that O’Dell took the shooting so lightheartedly.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam




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