take (something) lightly

take (something) lightly

To regard something without much seriousness; to be very casual or carefree about something. I hope you aren't taking these allegations lightly—they could mean a life in prison! I've learned to take my work more lightly in recent years. There are just more important things to worry about.
See also: lightly, take
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • all for the best
  • able to do (something) with (one's) eyes closed
  • able to do with eyes closed
  • a/the feel of (something)
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • add in
  • a straw will show which way the wind blows
  • able to (do something) blindfolded
  • able to (do something) with (one's) eyes closed
  • able to do (something) standing on (one's) head