light-hearted
Britishadjective
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It regularly attracted 20 million viewers for its mixture of serious consumer investigations and light-hearted items.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
The Japanese artist’s mirrored rooms, polka-dot patterns and spotted pumpkins were light-hearted, instantly recognizable works that served as outlets for her own personal struggles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
But the online chatter has not been all light-hearted.
From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026
Hamish says there is no excuse for anything beyond light-hearted jesting.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Mark Antony marked the occasion by hosting what might be his final banquet, drinking and feasting in the light-hearted, easy-going manner that characterized more carefree days.
From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby
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