| 单词 | light-handed |
| 例句 | I’m making her sound stodgy, but her prose is light-handed and leaves a pleasant sting. In Deborah Levy’s Latest, a Student of History Learns to Confront His Own 2019-10-09T04:00:00Z It reminds me of the relaxed, light-handed, modern food that Americans with roots in India, like Ms. Trehan, may cook at home. Chaiwali, an Indian Restaurant That Feels Like Home 2016-04-26T04:00:00Z Writing in The New York Times, the critic Parul Sehgal described Levy’s lucid prose as “light-handed” and leaving “a pleasant sting,” and Levy has been shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize twice. With a Doppelgänger Novel, Deborah Levy Embodies Strangeness 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Caper is now an anachronistic word, and the light-handed, light-fingered genre it once stood for has been largely eclipsed, at least on screen, by more adrenalized, special-effects-heavy fare. London Theater Journal: Getting Giddy 2015-09-15T04:00:00Z It’s a variable feast, light-handed about its cultural implications — several song titles, including “Ouidah” and “Goree,” refer to the Atlantic slave trade, a close historical reality in Benin — but invested in emotional connection. New Music: Music From Yeasayer, Tamia, Lionel Loueke and Divine Fits 2012-08-27T21:53:22Z The models walked in jeans and flat shoes — but the pants were balanced by the rococo lightness of dresses, shimmering with embroidery and light-handed decoration. Special Report: Fashion: Reflecting on the Future 2011-01-25T18:18:38Z And the designer has flair with fur, using it for anything from a tabard to a hooded coat — but always making the clothes seem light-handed and upbeat. Special Report: Sleek, Simple-And Ever So Streamlined 2010-02-18T12:49:00Z At first glance, you might not describe his direction as light-handed. ‘Ayckbourn Ensemble,’ 3 Offerings by the British Playwright 2014-06-12T04:00:00Z Such a light-handed approach means that the show’s implicit sexism and vulgarity are made more palatable. Two Sides of Sondheim in the Berkshires 2010-07-06T21:36:00Z Here he reconvenes that group, Arts and Crafts, a light-handed and swinging quartet with Terell Stafford on trumpet; Gary Versace on piano, organ and accordion; and Martin Wind on bass. Jazz Listings for June 26-July 2 2015-06-25T04:00:00Z Saudi Arabia's energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman on Monday defended OPEC+ cuts to oil market supply, saying international energy markets need light-handed regulation to limit volatility. Oil prices extend gains toward $95 on tight supply 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z I would encourage you to experiment with the spices here — I’ve kept mine pretty light-handed, though a little bit of zip from the cayenne does come through. How to make surprisingly excellent vegan corn chowder — with help from Communion’s Kristi Brown 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z Their attempt at a rescue is typical of their summer affair, goodhearted but light-handed. Review: Love among the ruins of Trump's America in Zachary Lazar's engrossing novel 2022-04-27T04:00:00Z Bedoya’s expected nomination comes at a time when the FTC has faced heightened scrutiny over its light-handed approach to privacy regulation. Joe Biden to nominate facial recognition critic to FTC 2021-09-13T04:00:00Z By all accounts, no company has profited more under this light-handed regime than bet365. The Gambling Company That Had the Best Pandemic Ever 2021-03-26T04:00:00Z He also preferred Trump’s light-handed approach to the pandemic over Biden’s plans. In the lowest moment of Trump's presidency, tens of millions stick by him 2021-01-19T05:00:00Z After Republicans won big on election night in the state of Iowa, in America’s heartland, Governor Kim Reynolds claimed vindication for her light-handed approach to the coronavirus pandemic. Republican officials finally forced into action on Covid-19 as reality bites 2020-11-20T05:00:00Z Making odd bedfellows of art from the last three centuries, Dodge’s light-handed canvases play fast and loose with expectations to invite us to see things differently. Review: Striped, dotted, zigzagged. The mind-scrambling painting of Tomory Dodge 2019-10-10T04:00:00Z They compile lists of bad habits and address self-defeating behaviours and a few years ago, when the trend started taking off, they sounded naughty and arresting in a light-handed way. Yes, I do give a sh*t about these sweary book covers | Emma Brockes 2019-02-07T05:00:00Z And how strongly that message is put across is likely to pose more questions about whether Attenborough’s approach is too light-handed. David Attenborough: too much alarmism on environment a turn-off 2018-11-04T04:00:00Z The tech industry has long successfully warded off federal legislation, preferring voluntary industry commitments and light-handed oversight. Tech Firms, Embattled Over Privacy, Warm to Federal Regulation 2018-08-06T04:00:00Z The light-handed Australian privatization model, criticized by the country’s competition regulator, is just as polarizing for industry experts as it is with airports and airlines. Airlines take aim at Australia's airport privatization model 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z Sorrell said she was moved to speak out in part because Choudhry’s attorneys “touted around that he got light-handed treatment” after the settlement was disclosed Friday. Victim of sexual misconduct by UC Berkeley law school dean criticizes tenure-saving campus settlement 2017-04-17T04:00:00Z As a police commander, Chief Owens practiced a light-handed managerial style, allowing his officers to exercise their own judgment within the limits of established policy guidelines. George T. Owens, founding police chief of Prince William County, Va., dies at 85 2016-03-16T04:00:00Z The law created a special category of light-handed regulation for then-fledgling Internet service providers, while leaving in place the traditional stricter oversight for landline telephone carriers. Focus Turns to Judge in Latest Appeal of Net Neutrality Rules 2015-11-29T05:00:00Z Japan's Zengakuren communist league of students is also particularly dismissive of its light-handed tactics and desire to cooperate with police. Japan's student protests: To the barricades in designer gear - BBC News 2015-10-20T04:00:00Z In general, be light-handed with bright, color-correcting products and, unless they're specifically meant to be used all over the face, only use them on the specific areas that need it. Go bold and brighter: Tips for using wild neon colors of makeup 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z The set of commandments will swap today’s light-handed Internet oversight for regulation treating it like a public utility. The Fallacies Of FCC's Net Neutrality Philosophy 2015-02-22T05:00:00Z His purchase of Pixar, where he learned the power of a light-handed management style? The Jerry Jones Conundrum 2014-09-10T04:00:00Z She characterized the idea of paying extra for zero-carbon energy as “very light-handed.” New Carbon Rules Unlikely to Start Energy Revolution 2014-06-02T04:00:00Z But he was not light-handed this time; for, every now and then, he gave the princess a slap, so that he almost beat the breath out of her body. Tales from the Fjeld A Second Series of Popular Tales 2011-06-13T02:00:24.710Z Arrington is not known as light-handed or particularly graceful when he interviews. Why You Should Attend Conferences 2011-05-23T22:40:53Z And while Gaspar is interested in exploring some social issues, he is never heavy, always "light-handed" says Ms Molina-Gavilan. Against the clock 2011-04-09T00:22:32Z I was light-handed, and a fair milker, I believe. The Record of Nicholas Freydon An Autobiography He was very gentle and light-handed, like a woman; but Northwick felt one touch on the pouch of his belt, and refused further help. The Quality of Mercy Miss Collett looked a little surprised at this light-handed treatment of the editor. The Creators A Comedy The anchor was weighed, and the transport ran out under her fore-topsail, as they were light-handed, and had to secure the anchor. Mr. Midshipman Easy It was the subaltern who aided, and then who thanked the skilful, light-handed nurse, for the poor fellows seemed both abashed and humbled. Under Fire He was light-handed, quick, deferential, and soothing—a prince among Orderlies. "Contemptible", by "Casualty" She was certainly reputed to be "light-handed;" an imputation which caused the young men of her acquaintance to avoid, in their casual conversations with her, any allusion to matrimony. Phelim Otoole's Courtship and Other Stories Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three Sir George sounded his horn again, and in answer the wanderers returned from all quarters of the wood, all of them light-hearted and most of them light-handed too. Heiress of Haddon Could it be that there existed women, light and light-handed creatures, creatures of originality and resource, who were capable of producing prodigies like this kidney omelette on the spur of the moment? Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) "We will hold-on to the last, while he must begin to take in soon, or the squall will come upon him too fast for a light-handed vessel." The Water-Witch or, the Skimmer of the Seas But the light-handed Partha cut them off before they could reach him. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Translated into English Prose Virata Parva Surely no one could be more deft, light-handed, practical. Under the Skylights The anchor was weighed, and the transport ran out under her foretopsail, as they were light-handed, and had to secure the anchor. Mr. Midshipman Easy Elizabeth Ann's head whirled with this second light-handed juggling with the sacred distinction between the grades. Understood Betsy It was delightful to feel oneself so light-handed. Relics of General Chasse Gifted as Lady Mallowe was in fine and light-handed dealing of her cards in any game, her stakes at this special juncture were seriously high. T. Tembarom The medical reports promised well, and Hay's letters were as humorous and light-handed as ever. The Education of Henry Adams That's how I put it, in an easy, light-handed, convincing sort of way. Armadale |
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