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Lighten

Definition

(formal) To make something less serious, severe, or intense; to reduce the difficulty or unpleasantness of a situation.

Example Sentences

1The news of her recovery helped to lighten the mood at the hospital.
2Does the new policy aim to lighten the burden on small businesses?
3The teacher tried to lighten the atmosphere in the classroom with a joke.
4Try to lighten the load on your colleagues by delegating tasks more efficiently.
5The government's decision to reduce taxes is expected to lighten the financial strain on low-income families.

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