light verse

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

Poetry that is not serious and is often humorous.

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Examples (10)

  • Many poets enjoy writing light verse for a change of pace.
  • His collection of light verse was surprisingly popular, appealing to a wide audience.
  • I often find myself drawn to light verse when I need a good laugh or a moment of levity.
  • She specialized in composing light verse for children's books, often with whimsical illustrations.
  • The evening of readings included several delightful pieces of light verse that kept the audience entertained.
  • Not all poetry has to be profound; sometimes, light verse is just what you need to brighten your day.
  • Writing light verse can be a great way to explore wordplay and humor without the pressure of serious themes.
  • The literary festival featured a special session dedicated to light verse from emerging poets.
  • Edward Lear is widely regarded as a master of light verse, particularly his limericks.
  • Modern online platforms have become a popular medium for sharing short, witty light verse with a global audience.