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Meanings of lightly in английском
португальский
delicadamente Synonyms
Examples for "light"
Examples for "light"
1
Please use this number for any future references to this light-bulb issue.
2
The paper sheds new light on a big issue for technology companies.
3
With the clear morning light and dry roads, they made good time.
4
The light at this time of year has a particularly ethereal quality.
5
He made light of the problem but said he'd talk to Jason.
испанский
ligeramente Usage of lightly in английском
1
In a statement later, RBS said: These decisions are not taken lightly.
2
The vote for strike action had not been taken lightly, she said.
3
Pornography is a very strong word; it's not to be taken lightly.
4
Mr Turia said the decision to split had not been taken lightly.
5
He said his decision to stand down had not been taken lightly.
6
However, trust companies, which do not take deposits, are more lightly regulated.
7
To date, the industry has been lightly regulated, despite its critical role.
8
My left breast pressed lightly into his right arm, behind the elbow.
9
Yet she had to know that Gaborn could not ask this lightly.
10
That night, they ate lightly, but at least water wasn't an issue.
11
Chief executive Andy Marinos said SANZAAR had not taken the decision lightly.
12
Five of them and five police were very lightly injured, she said.
13
Cut in slices and dip in melted butter, and lightly in flour.
14
I see no reason to separate you.' He touched her hand lightly.
15
So, when I ask for public trust, I don't do it lightly.
16
Slowly the river flowed; the waves plashed, and the reeds swayed lightly.
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Lightly through the time
Lightly across language varieties
United Kingdom
Common
Canada
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United States of America
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