Strike lightly is a term used to describe a gentle, non-aggressive way of touching something. The crossword solutions for this term are TAP (3 letters), PAT (3 letters), DAB (3 letters), and Tapon (5 letters). TAP is a light, quick touch with the fingers or hand. PAT is a light, flat touch with the hand. DAB is a light, quick touch with a cloth or sponge. Tapon is a light, quick TAP with a finger or object. All of these actions involve a light touch and can be used to describe the term Strike Lightly.