light on

phrase

: having or using a small amount of (something)
an essay that is light on facts but heavy on speculation
She asked him to go light on the mustard.

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Automotive News’ report is light on details about the model but suggests the variant will be based on the standard Bronco and could arrive by the end of the decade. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2026 Hickey’s case comes to light on the heels of another poaching case also involving hunting content creators out of Ohio. Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 21 Aug. 2026 Isla Fisher is shedding light on her life since separating from Sacha Baron Cohen. Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026 The Kinéo Awards will also shine a stronger light on international cinema by welcoming Turkish star Alp Navruz and Oka Giner from Mexico. Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for light on

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“Light on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/light%20on. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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