specifically: a boxer in a weight division having a maximum limit of 135 pounds for professionals and 132 pounds for amateurs compare featherweight, welterweight
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: one of little consequence or ability
a political lightweight
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: a person who becomes inebriated after consuming relatively small amounts of alcohol or drugs
Even at 6 foot 5 inches tall, Dean was a lightweight, and he sounded to be two drinks in, Johnson said. Kate Sosin
Noun The members of his staff were considered lightweights. among astronomers she's considered a lightweightAdjective it's going to be hot, so wear mostly lightweight clothing
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Pack a beach bag full of colorful towels, tinted Ray-Bans, and a lightweight, knit set from Donni, all courtesy of Amazon’s early access to Prime deals. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 5 July 2022 Fair Trade Certified™ factories for its organic cotton, is made with a lightweight, yet substantial fabric for no-fuss wear all year long. Katie Chang, Forbes, 8 June 2022 The trainer had been juggling his attention on other fighters who previously trained in their gym and have since moved on — including unbeaten lightweight Ryan Garcia and former heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. Lance Pugmire, USA TODAY, 1 Sep. 2022 The lightweight, moisturizing body créme is infused with ingredients like sea moss and aloe vera to promote hydration, and infused with niacinamide for toning and Kakadu plum for skin brightening. Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 23 Aug. 2022 Austin Brooks improved to 8-0 (2 KOs) with a unanimous decision (40-35) four-round victory over Oliver Galacia (5-1-1, 3 KOs) of Los Angeles in a junior lightweight (130 pounds) bout on the preliminary card. Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2022 Plus, the mini waffle cotton design offers a lightweight, yet cozy feel. Karla Pope, Woman's Day, 16 Aug. 2022 Anthony Pettis, a Milwaukee native and former UFC lightweight champion, is bringing a series of mixed martial arts fights to an unusual place near his hometown — Franklin Field, home of the Milwaukee Milkmen baseball team in Franklin. Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2022 According to Bedford, San Antonio narrowly missed out on an even bigger card planned for Nov. 27 at the Alamodome or AT&T Center, featuring rising star Ryan Garcia of Golden Boy and interim WBC lightweight champion JoJo Diaz. John Whisler, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Dec. 2021
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On the other hand, silicone is lightweight and easy to store. Kevin Cortez, Popular Mechanics, 14 Sep. 2022 Its lightweight and slim design makes the steam mop easy to get into tight corners and underneath bulky pieces of furniture. Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2022 While a glass or metal mister may look better aesthetically, plastic options are more lightweight and typically more affordable. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 1 Sep. 2022 Take the dread out of cleaning up everyday stains and spills with the lightweight and compact Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe Portable Carpet Cleaner. Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2022 Even with all that power, the GHD Helios is lightweight and easy to use. Marie Lodi, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Aug. 2022 Though the apparatus used in the experiments is lightweight and easy to use, Dr. Reinhart said, it hasn’t been cleared for clinical use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and for now is available only in research settings. Aylin Woodward And Daniela Hernandez, WSJ, 22 Aug. 2022 All are lightweight and delicate, perfect for tending to indoor plants and small herb gardens—they're not the watering cans to leave in the backyard. Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 12 Aug. 2022 The Absolute Serum is considered one of the brand's hero products, known for its lightweight texture and plumping effects via ingredients like retinol, Teprenone, and rooibos and black teas. Jessica Ourisman, Harper's BAZAAR, 25 July 2022 See More