rub lightly

Frequency: 7.211.3 per million words

to rub with minimal pressure

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Examples (10)

  • She rubbed the lotion lightly into her skin.
  • Please rub the surface lightly with a soft cloth.
  • He would always rub his temples lightly when he had a headache.
  • The instructions said to rub the polish lightly in circular motions.
  • If you rub the stain lightly, it should come off easily.
  • The masseuse rubbed the client's shoulders lightly to relax them.
  • Before painting, rub the wood lightly with fine sandpaper.
  • I will rub the ointment lightly on the affected area twice a day.
  • He rubbed the cat's head lightly, and it purred contentedly.
  • To avoid damage, always rub delicate fabrics lightly.