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
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
Compact and lightweight, the 6.2oz camera fits in one hand, helping even the smallest photographers get a comfortable grip.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 15 June 2025
Shea Simmons, People.com, 15 June 2025
Mason enters Saturday’s event as the No. 2 ranked lightweight in the WBO.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
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Adjective
Offering a more lightweight, streamlined take, Rothy’s lighter colorway options are also better suited to warm-weather escapades (save those jewel tones and blacks for fall!).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
Compact and lightweight, the 6.2oz camera fits in one hand, helping even the smallest photographers get a comfortable grip.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 15 June 2025
Noun
The set has nearly 800 five-star ratings, with customers praising the soft fabric, lightweight feel, and design.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 15 June 2025
Mason enters Saturday’s event as the No. 2 ranked lightweight in the WBO.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightweight
Adjective
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Pros could work even faster and more seamlessly with the various attachments and pack lighter when traveling domestically.—
Jesa Marie Calaor,
Allure,
1 July 2025
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The rooftop bar and restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy light bites and cocktails during warmer months overlooking views of the city.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
Noun
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Second, between February and October 1942, the Germans changed the anatomy of their Enigma cipher machine, meaning the Allies were unable to decode the messages sent to and from U-boats.—
Asia London Palomba,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 June 2025
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Black Samson goes on to complete the cipher with the presence of some new blood including Benny the Butcher, 38 Spesh and RJ Payne.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The veteran would be a small upgrade in the outfield for the Padres.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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Those are the numbers for a 2.5-MW commercial-scale version, anyway; thus far, the idea has only been tested at smaller scale.—
Loz Blain
June 30,
New Atlas,
30 June 2025
Noun
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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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Something about being weightless and floating in a pool, making up random games with my friends, always brought me joy.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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Perfect for those no-makeup makeup days, this weightless, breathable formula evens tone, softens imperfections, and leaves skin looking fresh, dewy, and beautiful.—
Allure Editors,
Allure,
13 May 2025
Noun
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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
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And maybe that’s a metaphor for the way a lot of middle-class nobodies feel.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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However, removing them can undermine employee engagement, especially in hybrid or rapidly changing environments with fragile personal connections.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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As the conflict between Israel and Iran rests on a fragile ceasefire, Rajebi and other Iranian Americans told USA TODAY about dismay at American involvement and fear for loved ones still in Iran, saying a resurgence in violence could ripple around the world.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Do control the Asian psyllid insects with an insecticide spray at each flush of growth to prevent the spread of greening disease.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 June 2025
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For instance, the insects that feast on juneberry flowers return the favor by carrying pollen to other blossoms.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
27 June 2025
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“Lightweight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightweight. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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