Play lightly Crossword Clue

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STRUM

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Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. sound the strings of (a stringed instrument)
(noun)
1. sound of strumming

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

LIGHTLY (adverb)
1. in a small quantity or extent
2. with few burdens
PLAY (verb)
1. contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
2. pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
PLAY (noun)
1. a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
2. the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

Strum
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Down

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