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Recent Examples of lightweight
Adjective
Freire defended the title twice before adding the Bellator lightweight title to his trophy case. Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025 Look for breathable, sweat-wicking polos, technical pants with stretch and unfettered freedom, versatile layers like lightweight rain jackets and zip-ups to stay comfortable through changing weather conditions, reliable gloves, cushioned socks and spikeless or hybrid shoes. Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2025
Noun
Lightweight Bedding Deals from Anthropologie Fresh, elevated, and lightweight are a few ways satisfied customers describe the Zina Cotton Embroidered Woven Quilt. Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025 The low-profile design makes the vacuum lightweight and easy to maneuver. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for lightweight
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightweight
Adjective
  • In early spring, a flyer began appearing on light poles in small towns all over Michigan's Thumb.
    John Carlisle, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
  • In fact, Sophie Hunter’s light cream dress is doing its darndest to out-cream Malek’s creaminess.
    Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Noun
  • Whereas Elliot remains something of a cipher, a manchild whose amply displayed abs have more definition than his character.
    Dennis Harvey, Variety, 3 July 2025
  • We are used to viewing video-game protagonists as tireless ciphers.
    Simon Parkin, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
Adjective
  • This ultra-lightweight chair weighs just 3 pounds and packs into a carrying case the size of a small purse.
    Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper and garlic powder.
    Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 12 July 2025
Noun
  • Tell me a little bit about the technical side of filming a dwarf and an elf together.
    Devan Coggan, EW.com, 13 Oct. 2022
  • 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
  • Its antiaging benefits are bolstered by its sensorial application experience, marked by a subtle floral scent and weightless gel-like consistency.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 July 2025
  • The shoes are essentially weightless and very breathable.
    Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • And maybe that’s a metaphor for the way a lot of middle-class nobodies feel.
    Abigail Lee, Variety, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • During the chandelier's cleaning process, the office said workers wear gloves to minimize human contact and ensure its integrity is not jeopardized because it is made up of soft and fragile materials.
    Keelin Fisher, Arkansas Online, 21 July 2025
  • Real grasscloth wallpaper, made from natural fibers like jute or seagrass, is extremely fragile and sensitive to moisture, paste, and pressure.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Noun
  • For starters, try planting dill around your brassicas, basil beneath your nightshades, or low-growing Corsican mint or Roman chamomile around any plants that need insect pollination.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2025
  • Pick the right bug spray The Austin American-Statesman tested 16 insect repellants.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025

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“Lightweight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightweight. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

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