: free from care: such as
a
: having no worries or troubles
spent a carefree day at the lake
b
: irresponsible
is carefree with his money
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She has a carefree attitude toward life.
They spent a carefree day at the lake.
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With Mercury entering Sagittarius on Nov. 2, our mental process shifts from the intense and detective-like mind of Scorpio — which is typically more concerned with uncovering hidden truths — to a more carefree and expansive perspective.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
There’s a happy middle-ground — even in a political show, even in a political show being released right now — that’s challenging and enjoyable, considered and carefree.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
Jodi Kahn, vice president of luxury fashion at Neiman Marcus
Favorite accessories: The jelly shoes and crochet bags at Chloé are the perfect additions to the brand’s cool and carefree aesthetic.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 7 Oct. 2024
For Dasha, who recently wrapped on her first ever Austin festival appearance, the excitement for giving a more carefree performance at the Green Room event was palpable.
—Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
There’s a happy middle-ground — even in a political show, even in a political show being released right now — that’s challenging and enjoyable, considered and carefree.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
Jodi Kahn, vice president of luxury fashion at Neiman Marcus
Favorite accessories: The jelly shoes and crochet bags at Chloé are the perfect additions to the brand’s cool and carefree aesthetic.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 7 Oct. 2024
For Dasha, who recently wrapped on her first ever Austin festival appearance, the excitement for giving a more carefree performance at the Green Room event was palpable.
—Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Carefree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carefree. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.
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carefree
adjective
care·free
ˈke(ə)r-ˌfrē 
ˈka(ə)r-
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