How to Use laid-back in a Sentence

laid-back

adjective
  • The vibe is laid-back and relaxed — this is not a dance-on-the-tables type of brunch.
    Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 1 June 2023
  • Despite Chris Pratt being laid-back in terms of his style, the man sure does love his timepieces.
    Victoria K. Hunt, Robb Report, 9 May 2023
  • With their casual and laid-back vibe, a pair of jorts give off a perfect blend of style and comfort for the warmer months.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 7 June 2023
  • The atmosphere is still laid-back, and the cost of living is affordable.
    Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2024
  • The front, which opens onto the street is a two-story, rambling structure with a serene and laid-back charm that is all about mature trees and a wrap-around front porch.
    Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 27 July 2023
  • The program has been at the high school for almost 25 years, but Fernandez says mariachi class had always been laid-back.
    Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 29 May 2023
  • Though they may be overlooked at times because of the grandeur of their northerly neighbor, Big Sur, they are laid-back and beautiful.
    Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2024
  • Both chic and laid-back, this aesthetic is perfect for your place and personal style.
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2023
  • Its ribbed cuffs and neckline give it a cool and laid-back edge while its roomy fit will provide ample range of motion and plenty of comfort while on the go.
    Marissa Miller, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2023
  • Pamela’s dream man is spontaneous, gentle, witty and laid-back.
    Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Upholstered sofas and chairs encourage a relaxed and laid-back place to hang out and listen to your favorite grunge bands (on a turntable, of course).
    Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2023
  • The wardrobe choice is douchey, laid-back, slightly unhinged, and may or may not be a gag—much like his negotiating tactics.
    Erica Gonzales, ELLE, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Sunday-ready hoodies and sweaters Perfect toppers for chilly nights on the beach (or in movie theaters; there’s a lot to see this summer), these pieces look laid-back but are positively luxe to the touch.
    Brie Schwartz, Glamour, 28 July 2023
  • These handwoven leather shoes are laid-back while also looking put-together enough for eating a nice meal.
    Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2023
  • Zamarripa was quiet and laid-back but had a contagious laugh.
    Kelli Smith, Dallas News, 7 July 2023
  • Kelly Clarkson has officially had it with Austin Butler being so laid-back and talented all the time.
    EW.com, 21 June 2024
  • Located on the southwest edge of the Florida peninsula, Naples is a charming coastal town known for a unique combination of luxe living and laid-back vibes.
    Kara Franker, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2023
  • These family-friendly events are both laid-back and buzzy, perfect for kids who want to play in wide-open spaces and adults who’d like to kick back with a drink and a slice in the bucolic Wisconsin countryside.
    Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024
  • Regardless of the time of day, entrees run around $15 on average, making Gasparilla one of the most affordable and laid-back options at the resort.
    Terri Peters, Chron, 16 Dec. 2023
  • Naples Art District is a serene escape for those seeking a more refined and laid-back cultural experience.
    Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
  • There are vinyl records, candles, pottery, handmade jewelry and clothes in the two Carioca styles: laid-back and relaxed, or loud and colorful.
    Jack Nicas, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2023
  • Granted, the always-on Garner playing a woman who urgently wants to be laid-back and fun seems in moments a bit too appropriately cast.
    Daniel D'addario, Variety, 16 Feb. 2023
  • Fans of her wardrobe may recognize the supermodel’s penchant for combining enviable fresh-off-the-runway items with more relaxed and laid-back pieces.
    Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 11 Aug. 2023
  • And the best part is the signature Italian hospitality: laid-back and friendly, with delicious, fresh seafood pasta available at a moment’s notice.
    Hannah Seligson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Healy compared their month in Sausalito to a family gathering: laid-back, supportive and joyful.
    Erin Osmon, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2023
  • But there’s nothing laid-back about the show, which has an extraordinarily detailed script that dictates every overlap and movement with unusual precision.
    Gordon Cox, Variety, 20 Mar. 2024
  • In contrast to its more famous neighbors, this Caribbean community is more laid-back and relaxed, offering plenty of opportunities to stay active.
    Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2024
  • But right behind them, Warren Rojas (Sebastian Chacon) steals the show with his nimble drumstick acrobatics, positive energy and laid-back yet electrifying rock ‘n’ roll style.
    Fawnia Soo Hoo, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Aug. 2023
  • Easily walkable and laid-back, Granada is best explored on foot to fully appreciate its colorful, centuries-old architecture.
    Kelley Mullarkey, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2023

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