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lightweight

[lahyt-weyt] / ˈlaɪtˌweɪt /


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This substance forms a rigid, web-like structure of plastic strands that are arranged into a lightweight foam.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

GM has a defense subsidiary that makes a lightweight infantry squad vehicle based on the Chevrolet Colorado pickup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

WSJ | Buy Side: This lightweight, agile cordless vacuum cleans in all directions, with a green laser to show hidden dust.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Caroline Dubois floored and bloodied Terri Harper before outpointing her British rival to become the unified lightweight world champion at London's Olympia.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

He was supposed to be sitting in a lightweight, state-of-the-art canoe, but that had been abandoned during the punishing journey to get here—along with many of their supplies, including much of their food.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple




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