light-hearted
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Erica Donald’s three-word rebuttal on X to speculation about her husband playing football again was also light-hearted.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Via email, he said that his "intention has always been to create light-hearted, respectful interactions".
From BBC • May 7, 2026
All the films are affectionate, most are light-hearted and often comical.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
US President Donald Trump on Thursday startled Japan's prime minister by mentioning the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, a seemingly light-hearted remark sure to elicit unease in a country now a firm US ally.
From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026
Oars and gear they left for their light-hearted squires to carry, and all in company made off for the assembly ground.
From "The Odyssey" by Homer
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