lighter

Example Sentences

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The principle behind this is that otherwise lighter drivers would have an advantage over heavier ones, as lower weight is lap time.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The White House has acknowledged that Trump’s visit would be heavier on symbolism and lighter on policy outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Ritter Sport has noticeably changed the packaging and marketed the lighter bars as a new range.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Olive Garden, famous for its unlimited, buttery breadsticks, started offering a lighter portions menu nationwide this year, partly aimed at GLP-1 users.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

I open the top drawer of the lab station, and sure enough, there’s a flint lighter.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera