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lightweight

[lahyt-weyt] / ˈlaɪtˌweɪt /


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Britain’s Lotus LOT 0.00%increase; green up pointing triangle is known for its lightweight sports cars, its appearances in James Bond films, and its many brushes with financial collapse.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

MMA is a highly reactive chemical, a monomer that can be used to make polymers of hard, durable, lightweight and transparent plastics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

North Korea said Wednesday it had tested a new lightweight multi-purpose missile launching system and a multiple tactical cruise missile weapon system the previous day.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

He also enjoyed a successful amateur boxing career as a lightweight at the Penarth club that his brother Bert established to help World War One veterans overcome Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - then called shell shock.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

It stung, but surprisingly, my recovery time is pretty good, especially for such a lightweight.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds




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