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
Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
The mixed-media bomber and parka jackets were crafted from crease nylon and lightweight polyester, seen also in a cool hooded style with front patch pockets.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Brian Mazique, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Many users found the machine-washable blanket lightweight yet warm.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
The debate over the UFC's pound-for-pound number one took a turn at the weekend as White conceded that undisputed lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is now the UFC's pound-for-pound number-one fighter.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
The mixed-media bomber and parka jackets were crafted from crease nylon and lightweight polyester, seen also in a cool hooded style with front patch pockets.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Noun
After McGregor destroyed Jose Aldo in 13 seconds to win the title and then moved up to lightweight, Aldo beat Frankie Edgar for the interim championship seven months later.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Many users found the machine-washable blanket lightweight yet warm.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightweight
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Alba’s creations are cut from plush materials such as corduroy and flannel, featuring natural shoulders and only the lightest of canvasing in the chest, which results in a less-formal look.—
Aleks Cvetkovic,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2025
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The rain is forecast to be widespread but is expected to be light enough to avoid major flooding.—
Daniel Amarante,
ABC News,
26 Jan. 2025
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Lively’s Lily Bloom is a cipher for the millennial woman resisting the pull of becoming her boomer mother.—
Doreen St. Félix,
The New Yorker,
13 Jan. 2025
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For decades, Patricia McGlone was a cipher, a ghost.—
Sarah Weinman,
Rolling Stone,
1 Dec. 2024
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Sitting in front of local leaders, Trump again wrongly blamed elements of the fire disaster on a lack of water resources coming from the Delta and environmental protections for the delta smelt, a small fish near extinction that has become a symbol of GOP frustration.—
Ari Plachta,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Jan. 2025
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Imagine rewiring your belief in yourself even on a small stage, but in front of millions.—
Matthew Futterman,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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Emperor tamarins are dwarf monkeys with whiskers that resemble a white moustache.—
Robert Higgs,
cleveland,
1 Feb. 2023
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The dwarf variety grows to be about 5 to 7 feet, ideal for a small garden or accent in a room with limited space.—
Bryce Jones,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Jan. 2023
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Tory Burch Tory Sport’s customer-favorite set features a sculpting, compression bra and weightless leggings that will hold you in while flattering your shape—all while looking sporty and sleek.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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For the best results, pair this shampoo with the Dove Scalp + Hair Therapy Hydrating Conditioner, a weightless formula that leaves strands feeling soft to the touch.—
Sarah Madaus,
Allure,
16 Oct. 2024
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The owner, knowing that his establishment is at capacity and taking into consideration the troublesome nobodies who are seeking entry, brusquely sends them away.—
Andy Biggs,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Two high school nobodies make the decision to crash the last major celebration before the new millennium on New Year’s Eve 1999.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
15 Dec. 2024
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Michigan’s situation was particularly fragile given Harbaugh’s long-running flirtations with the NFL, so perhaps Ohio State will have more time to bask in the championship afterglow.—
Austin Meek,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Nashville, in taking control of the game against the fragile Sharks, scored twice in 53 seconds midway through the second period and added three more goals in the first 8:09 of the third.—
Curtis Pashelka,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
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Tracking insect migration is not as straightforward as tracking birds or mammals.—
Saugat Bolakhe,
JSTOR Daily,
23 Jan. 2025
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The downy also can peck at galls or protrusions on goldenrod plants where insect eggs are lurking.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Lightweight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightweight. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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