| As usual, there was a large group of rowdy sailors surrounding the table, which actually helped to lighten up the heavy atmosphere. |
| If you want to drop a load of emotional baggage and experience some psychic weight loss, Gemini time makes it easy to lighten up. |
| Was Tom right to take the matter so seriously, or should he lighten up a little? |
| Using a lotion on the affected area will help the skin soften and lighten up. |
| When someone was talking about something deep or intense he would joke around to lighten up the mood. |
| He had all but forgotten what a smile was until he saw Maria give him one of hers, how it seemed to lighten up her face and spirit. |
