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levity

/ˈlɛvɪti/

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1 · noun

humor that lightens a serious situation

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A moment of levity eased the tension in the room.
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片刻的轻松气氛缓和了屋里的紧张。
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Pronunciation: /ˈlɛvɪti/

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