Collocations with "lightly"

to heat bread until it is slightly brown

To apply a small amount of butter.

to put something into a liquid gently and for a short time

to jog with light, easy steps

To tease someone in a non-serious way.

Wearing thin clothes, suitable for warm weather.

to protect a place with a small number of soldiers or weapons

To press and rub something, especially dough, with a gentle and soft motion.

to put a small amount of weight or pressure on something while leaning

Carrying a small or light load.

To squeeze with little force.

to push with a small amount of pressure

to hit with little force

to reprimand in a mild, not serious manner

Indicates a tan that is not dark or intense.

To mix ingredients gently.

to hold something with very little pressure

to follow or mark a line with a gentle touch.

Describes something protected by a small amount or thickness of armour.

to cough gently and quietly

to scratch gently

food (like fish or cheese) that has been treated with a small amount of smoke for a short time

spicy in a delicate, not overpowering way

To cook something in hot oil for a short time.

to control something with minimal rules or intervention