100 Phrasal Verb in 100 Days 56/100: To Lighten Up 💡😊 Definition: To become less serious, stressed, or worried, or to tell someone to relax and not be so serious. How to use it? • Lighten up: You need to lighten up • Lighten up about + topic: Lighten up about work Examples in situations: Stressful situations: • You've been working too hard lately - you need to lighten up and have some fun. • Lighten up! It's just a small mistake, not the end of the world. Social interactions: • The party was too formal until someone told a joke and everyone lightened up. • My dad used to be very strict, but he's lightened up a lot as he's gotten older. Work environments: • The new manager helped everyone lighten up by organizing fun team activities. 💬 Question: Do you think you need to lighten up about anything in your life? What helps you relax when you're feeling too serious?