lightly rub

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To move your hand or a cloth backwards and forwards over a surface with little pressure.

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  • Lightly rub the ointment into the affected area until absorbed.
  • She began to lightly rub her temples, hoping to ease the headache.
  • To clean the delicate surface, lightly rub it with a soft, damp cloth.
  • He watched the artist lightly rub charcoal on the canvas, creating subtle shadows.
  • After showering, lightly rub your skin with a towel to avoid irritation.
  • The chef instructed us to lightly rub olive oil over the chicken before roasting.
  • If your eyes feel tired, lightly rub your eyelids in a circular motion.
  • The therapist advised me to lightly rub the painful joint with a warming cream.
  • Just lightly rub the stain with soap and water; don't scrub too hard.
  • The child would often lightly rub her favorite blanket when feeling sleepy.