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lift one's game
Improve performance or skills.
lift someone's spirits
to make someone feel happier or more cheerful.
lifter
A person who raises heavy objects.
liftoff
The moment a rocket or aircraft rises.
ligament
A band of tissue connecting bones.
ligand
a molecule that binds to another molecule
ligature
A material used to bind or tie something.
light
not heavy
light a fire under
to motivate someone to take action
light at the end of the tunnel
hope that a difficult situation will soon end
light bucket
a large telescope used in astronomy
light in the loafers
gay and effeminate
light into
Attack or criticize someone vigorously.
light someone's ass up
to strongly criticize or reprimand someone.
light the blue touchpaper
initiate an explosive or exciting event.
light up a room
bring joy or energy to a space
light year
The distance that light travels in one year.
light-bulb moment
a sudden realization or idea
lightbulb
A glass object that glows using electricity.
lighten
to make something brighter in color
lighten someone's purse
to take money from someone
lighten up
Relax and stop being serious.
lighter
a device used to start a fire
lighthearted
Cheerful and carefree; happy.