light-hearted
Britishadjective
Other Word Forms
- light-heartedly adverb
- light-heartedness noun
Example Sentences
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Evans said he wanted the false plaque as a light-hearted attempt at promoting the restaurant, which has served burgers for six years in Preston.
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What began as a light-hearted idea shared online has, in 493 days, grown into something far bigger than its creator ever anticipated.
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The popularity of “Don Quixote” reflected the taste for light-hearted inspection of character and manners common to readers in the 18th century.
He makes light-hearted videos about his party's policies every day, which are getting millions of views on social media.
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In an interview with Sky News, external, Infantino said his comments were "meant to be more of a light-hearted remark" to highlight how the Qatar tournament "was a celebration" and "a peaceful event".
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