How to Use lightweight in a Sentence

lightweight

1 of 2 noun
  • The members of his staff were considered lightweights.
  • Here's your chance to rage against the dying of the lightweight.
    Brendan McAleer, Car and Driver, 16 July 2023
  • Put it on the scale and the Bronco WildTrak is no lightweight.
    Kyle Edward, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022
  • At the moment, big-screen lightweights are a niche product in the laptop sphere.
    Monica Chin, The Verge, 8 June 2023
  • This lightweight puffer jacket is super smooth and soft to the touch and easy to put on.
    Casey Clark, Parents, 5 Mar. 2024
  • This lightweight balm is your key to soft, smooth, and fuller looking lips.
    Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 16 June 2022
  • As the devil, Grace Boynton seems like a lightweight at first.
    Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2023
  • Aides who once saw him as a lightweight now praise his toughness.
    Time, 7 Dec. 2022
  • The half-gallon tank makes the Rug Doctor lightweight and easy to carry.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2023
  • The classic cast iron gets a makeover with this lightweight, nonstick version that will last for decades to come.
    Petra Guglielmetti, Health.com, 11 Mar. 2022
  • Bio-Oil Dry Skin Gel is a lightweight and nourishing gel suited for the face and body.
    The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 June 2022
  • Post-wash, this comforter retained its lightweight and silky soft feel and dried in one go.
    Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2024
  • The cush is soft but resilient—testers could actually feel the bounce-back—and crazy lightweight.
    Outside Online, 23 Nov. 2022
  • This has a lightweight and travel-friendly profile that is easy to store.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 12 Mar. 2022
  • Windproof and lightweight, the Down Sweater is the perfect all-around men's down jacket and will work as both a top or mid layer.
    Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 30 Nov. 2022
  • Allred says Texas deserves better than Cruz, while Cruz has called Allred a lightweight.
    Gromer Jeffers Jr., Dallas News, 3 July 2023
  • Instant Travel Cot is a lightweight, yet sturdy playard and sleep cot for on-the-go.
    Tanya Klich, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2021
  • Comfort meets style with this lightweight (but very cozy) cat print sweatshirt.
    Jamie Kravitz, Woman's Day, 26 Sep. 2022
  • Fresh but not a lightweight, so save this for wet- or dry-rubbed ribs or hamburger sliders.
    Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 2 July 2022
  • The thick, though lightweight, rug also held up to cleaning with a vacuum and a garden hose.
    Belle Duchene, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2022
  • Our testing team found this shoe rack lightweight and easy to put together.
    Tanya Edwards, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2022
  • This lightweight, nongreasy lotion has a slight hint of the 70-plus-year-old French brand's beloved, child appropriate scent that will linger on the skin.
    Tanya Edwards, Parents, 13 June 2023
  • Start with this lightweight, versatile tank top, marked down on Amazon now for $21.
    Brittany Vanderbill, PEOPLE.com, 5 Apr. 2022
  • The four-way stretch fabric prevents blisters, while the lightweight foam provides a ton of arch and heel support for even the sweatiest workouts.
    Nikhita Mahtani, SELF, 13 Oct. 2022
  • At the heart of McLaren's lightweight, carbon-fiber-intensive dream machine is a 710-hp twin-turbo V-8.
    Car and Driver, 4 Feb. 2022
  • The brand's bomber jacket is made with viscose for a lightweight yet durable outerwear option.
    Jacorey Moon, Men's Health, 21 Nov. 2022
  • But soon, crews could become less reliant on the A.C., thanks to a new lightweight, ultra-white paint that can reflect up to 97.9 percent of sunlight.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Oct. 2022
  • The headset weighs just over a pound, which is much lighter than even the most expensive carbon-fiber lightweight racing helmet.
    Austin Irwin, Car and Driver, 27 Mar. 2023
  • The Power of 6 The key to this lightweight, Super-Blendable foundation is the 6 pigments that are helping 99% of women find their shade match.
    Noel Cody, Essence, 27 June 2023
  • With tassels and a cozy texture, this lightweight throw is machine-washable and 50x60 inches.
    Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2022
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lightweight

2 of 2 adjective
  • Bryce pulled me aside to show me a chic, lightweight suit hanging in his road case.
    Jon Mooallem, New York Times, 3 Dec. 2023
  • This lightweight device is the easiest way to read on the go.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 20 Mar. 2024
  • But Take Note The lightweight chairs tended to tip over, posing a risk of falls.
    Samantha McIntyre, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024
  • The broom is easy to assemble, lightweight, and simple to use and store.
    Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2023
  • Plastic is lightweight and easy to clean, but prone to staining and is easy to scratch.
    Annie O’Sullivan, Good Housekeeping, 21 July 2023
  • The 4-inch drop point steel blade gives this knife a lightweight feel (3.56 oz) and durable construction.
    The Editors, Field & Stream, 1 Nov. 2023
  • The cleaner is lightweight, and pretty much anyone will be able to lift it in and out of the water.
    Camryn Rabideau, Peoplemag, 7 June 2023
  • The Lait-Crème Fluid is a lightweight lotion that goes on smooth and clear — no streaky white marks here.
    Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Sep. 2023
  • And it’s made from 100 percent rayon for a lightweight feel.
    Carly Totten, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2024
  • The ruching offers a nice texture, and the lightweight, breezy style will keep me cool even in the outdoor heat.
    Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 11 July 2023
  • This silk pillowcase is lightweight yet durable with a soft and cool feel.
    Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2023
  • Sprinkle a thin, lightweight layer of soil or grit on top.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2024
  • This is also a lightweight option at just over 7 pounds (for the seat only).
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Weighing around one pound, the ETS 2000 is pretty lightweight.
    Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Mar. 2024
  • For a short sleeve version, try this lightweight linen button-up from Madewell.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2023
  • The lightweight gloves, which come in pink or grey, act like chainmail to prevent your hands from getting sliced.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2024
  • The Skip Hop Forma is lightweight and quilted and offers lots of space to hold a baby’s stuff (and adults', too).
    Maya Polton, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024
  • The lightweight formula goes on like a serum and sinks in instantly.
    Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 8 Mar. 2024
  • Our tests found this cream to be easy to apply, lightweight, non-greasy, and effective.
    Kayla Blanton, Health, 29 Aug. 2023
  • The fabric is lightweight but cooling, soft, and washes well.
    Addison Aloian, womenshealthmag.com, 3 June 2023
  • Made from a mix of cotton piqué and mesh fabric, the polos are lightweight, breathable, and quick to dry after a day on the links.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Designed for year-round use, the lightweight comforter is stuffed with fluffy filling.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2023
  • At just over 2 pounds, the basket is lightweight and easy to carry with either the padded hand strap or shoulder strap.
    Casey Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Despite being lightweight, creams are just heavy enough to help weigh the ends of hair down and prevent flyaways.
    Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 7 June 2023
  • Patagonia has cracked the code on a workhorse that is durable, super lightweight, and huge.
    Leena Kim, townandcountrymag.com, 27 May 2023
  • The suction is effective, yet the pump itself is still very lightweight.
    Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 12 Oct. 2023
  • Trekking Poles feature adjustable lengths and are lightweight (weighing in at just 9 ounces).
    Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
  • For longer hair days, the lightweight tool– weighing 1.5 ounces– makes for a less tiring detangling process.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 17 Nov. 2023
  • One such cleaner that will make daily pick-ups a breeze is an easy-to-use and lightweight vacuum.
    Gabriela Izquierdo, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2023
  • Wearing a brimmed hat and loose, lightweight and light-colored clothing.
    Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 30 June 2023

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