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Present participle for to remove a heavy weight or burden
“The folks in that wagon have gotten out to lighten the load on the horse.”
Present participle for to make or become less or lighter in weight, pressure, or severity
“The grape was originally planted to provide wines that would lighten the intensity of Cabernet Sauvignon.”
Present participle for to illuminate or shine with light
“The skies will be pitch-black for several hours before dawn arrives to lighten the skies.”
Present participle for to make or become brighter in contrast
“Lighten the image so that it doesn't overshadow the text on your page.”
Present participle for to make or become more cheerful or less serious
“Sara shrugged, wondering whether anything could lighten her mood at that precise moment.”
Present participle for to make whiter or paler in color, shade or complexion
“Susan refused to lighten her hair color as she had never done it before and was unsure how it would look.”
Present participle for to unload or discharge, typically cargo
Present participle for to cause (dough or bread) to rise by adding leaven
Present participle for to sparkle or glimmer with light
Present participle for to become or make more intense
The action of making something less extreme, intense, or violent
Something interesting or enjoyable that provides a short respite from a tense or tedious situation
A reduction in amount or size
Serving to alleviate pain or suffering
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