as in light
having little weight
it's going to be hot, so wear mostly lightweight clothing
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as in cipher
a person of no importance or influence
among astronomers she's considered a lightweight
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Recent Examples of lightweight
Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
One highlight was a lightweight double-breasted silk and linen blazer in a pale tone that would work for steamy summer days as well as warm evenings.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2025
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
The bantamweight, lightweight and women’s flyweight PFL World Tournament Finals are on August 15 in Charlotte, North Carolina, while the middleweights, light heavyweights, and heavyweights compete on August 21 in Hollywood, Florida.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Adjective
The lightweight material is made from a denim and cotton blend, giving the jeans a softer feel that still has a lot of structure and won’t stretch out throughout the day.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
One highlight was a lightweight double-breasted silk and linen blazer in a pale tone that would work for steamy summer days as well as warm evenings.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
Both pieces are made with a soft, lightweight knit that will keep you comfortable—even if the plane’s AC is blasting—and the sweater cardigan can easily be taken on or off.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
The bantamweight, lightweight and women’s flyweight PFL World Tournament Finals are on August 15 in Charlotte, North Carolina, while the middleweights, light heavyweights, and heavyweights compete on August 21 in Hollywood, Florida.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightweight
Adjective
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These tend to have smoother surfaces, provide more even heating, and are slightly lighter.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
18 Aug. 2025
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Partly cloudy, with a low around 75 degrees with a light northwest wind.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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During this time, three judges are going to watch the ciphers and pick the top four breakers for the adult category and the top four breakers for the youth category.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025
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Here, oak doors have brass push plates adorned with the royal cipher of Edward VII, and the 13 decorative fireplaces were salvaged from other London landmarks.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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On a sunny morning in late June, his exercise regimen began with small steps: His right foot keeping pace with the treadmill, his left foot stationary, off to the side.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Going directly from cooking inside the house and only trying my own food to trying small restaurants and traveling within a week’s span was a blessing.—
Kenneth J. Williams Jr,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Tell me a little bit about the technical side of filming a dwarf and an elf together.—
Devan Coggan,
EW.com,
13 Oct. 2022
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Other new characters include Disa, the first female dwarf ever shown in the Lord of the Rings series.—
Ethan Millman,
Rolling Stone,
22 July 2022
Adjective
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The new formula starts as a lightweight cream, then transforms into a fine mist for even, weightless application.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Spray it on damp strands before combing, or apply it in the shower and rinse for weightless moisture on finer textures.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
7 July 2025
Noun
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More importantly, the narrative explores both sides of the conflict from the POV of grunts and 'nobodies' trying to navigate the post-Civil War state of the galaxy before the fighting stops.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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None of these nobodies is performing like Grimes just yet, and until someone does Grier better get active trying to find a handful of veteran cornerbacks whom this team can call on, and sign to patch up the weakest unit on the team.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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These species play a crucial role in maintaining balance within the fragile ecosystem.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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At the same time, Jota’s death has brought certain things into sharp context, about how fragile life — and within that, something like a football career — can be.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Screwworm infestations caused massive losses in the cattle industry before the insect was officially eradicated in the United States in the 1960s.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, Wendy enters the lab to chat with the aliens, using a language that consists of clicks and sighs — like a swarm of insects nesting in a windswept forest.—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Lightweight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightweight. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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