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as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner
counselors at the summer camp are pretty easygoing
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as in relaxed
not bound by rigid standards
some men are pretty easygoing about housekeeping
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Recent Examples of easygoing
For classic Jersey nostalgia right on the water, Dockside Diner remains one of the island's great easygoing staples, where all kinds of vacationers overlap over coffee refills and oversized classics before another day on the surf.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
The classic style of this home sets the stage for a traditional but easygoing gravel dining area.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Since Memorial Day unofficially marks the kickoff to summer, there’s no better time to refresh your travel bag lineup with one that matches the season’s easygoing energy.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Salmon praised her easygoing and friendly nature.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
The classic style of this home sets the stage for a traditional but easygoing gravel dining area.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Since Memorial Day unofficially marks the kickoff to summer, there’s no better time to refresh your travel bag lineup with one that matches the season’s easygoing energy.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Salmon praised her easygoing and friendly nature.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for easygoing
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For a second option, guests can dine at the clubhouse on the golf course with a more casual menu.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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Aniston gave the classic style a relaxed update while appearing in an Instagram clip with Courteney Cox, opting for loose cut-off jean shorts with subtle distressing that felt casual and easy to move around in.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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Jennifer Aniston’s relaxed jean shorts are an ideal balance between casual and put-together, while Margot Robbie’s tailored Bermuda style pair feel sleek and sophisticated.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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The fabric has a soft, substantial feel that drapes nicely, and the relaxed, wide-leg pants make long flights far more comfortable.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
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Primaries for the state's three other House seats unaffected by redrawing were held last week.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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Earlier this month, Reform UK, a right-wing populist group promoting stricter border controls, shattered any illusion that Liverpool, which since the 1980s has been associated with the left, is unaffected by political tides.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Between 48 percent off platform sandals that feel just as cushioned as sneakers, to 60 percent off flexible, low-profile sneakers that’ll never challenge an overpacked suitcase, any of the shoes below will carry you through your summer outings in style.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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My cargo capri pants have a flexible waistband for easy sitting in cramped plane seats, while my breezy jumpsuit is a one-and-done casual outfit.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Apples tend to be crisp with a tangy-sweet flavor, while pears are softer, with a grainier texture and a more mellow sweetness.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
20 May 2026
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Prosecutors say Major, Young, a third young man named Amen Allen — who remains a fugitive — and two teen boys fired at a car containing Richardson and his friend, transforming a mellow Sunday afternoon into an ambush-style killing.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
18 May 2026
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In the world of street style, models offer a particular brand of nonchalant cool that the industry has long been obsessed with.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
25 May 2026
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Her nonchalant reaction makes sense considering the Timberwolves scored 37 runs in their last three regular season games and 32 runs in their three playoff games entering Saturday.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
24 May 2026
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Krasinski is, as always, an affable, engaging screen presence and is physically convincing going through the action paces (Ryan was originally conceived as a more cerebral figure, but he certainly hasn’t been played onscreen that way).—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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Tanner Boyden, an affable thirtysomething, led an invigorating vinyasa class.—
Priyanka Mattoo,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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The mayor and city’s deputy mayor attended the main chamber event where the mayor gave his address, while the three other council members — O’Hara, Shaffer and San Antonio — attended the informal mixer portion, but were directed to leave before the main dinner gala occurred.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2026
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Iraq’s oil sales fueled much of its $94 billion in revenues in 2025, yet little trickles down to the millions who eke out in a precarious informal sector, with little protection and meager pay.—
Nabil Salih,
Time,
26 May 2026
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“Easygoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easygoing. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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