light work
Example Sentences
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Though England made light work of the chase, they were guilty of throwing away their wickets.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
The Rockets made light work of the chase and while the game was an underwhelming occasion, it was a fitting and deserving end for the tournament's most consistent and well-structured side.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Building a new packinghouse was light work compared to building new juicing facilities.
From Slate ● Apr. 20, 2026
After making light work of Cerundolo, Zverev said he was as happy and healthy as he had been in a long time.
From Barron's ● Jan. 25, 2026
If elementary particles could push a photomill around, no doubt they could make light work of a needle; but it still troubled her.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
