lightheartedly
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McVay laments, usually lightheartedly, the loss of staff members that have ascended to become head coaches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
“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
I was miffed that O’Dell took the shooting so lightheartedly.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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