lightly

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It has increased its fuel surcharge by 5% for domestic services and 5.5% for international services from 3 May, saying the decision was not taken lightly.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until lightly nutty.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Epiatheracerium itjilik was relatively small and lightly built, comparable in size to a modern Indian rhinoceros but without a horn.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

Throughout the theater, the colors are springlike and muted, pastels that are lightly bright and storybook-inspired.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

“He tried to kiss me,” I said lightly, even though my tongue felt like it was sticking in my mouth.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu