as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner
a laid-back fisherman, he didn't really care if he caught anything, being content to relax and enjoy the sunshine
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Recent Examples of laid-back
Though they may be overlooked at times because of the grandeur of their northerly neighbor, Big Sur, they are laid-back and beautiful.
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Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
The store gained popularity among young girls for its laid-back, beachy aesthetic and since then has built something of a cult following.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
For something more laid-back and casual inspired by Andy's return to Runway, try a flowy dress from Anthropologie, Marc Fisher flats and a bag from the recent collaboration between Christopher John Rogers and Old Navy.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
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Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
The store gained popularity among young girls for its laid-back, beachy aesthetic and since then has built something of a cult following.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
For something more laid-back and casual inspired by Andy's return to Runway, try a flowy dress from Anthropologie, Marc Fisher flats and a bag from the recent collaboration between Christopher John Rogers and Old Navy.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laid-back
Adjective
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Just beyond the front desk, a fire roars behind a massive stone hearth, and a live piano plays in the heart of the resort, the lobby lounge (dubbed the Living Room), a choice spot for lunch, casual meetings, or pre-dinner drinks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Goodman, with her friendly, approachable writing style, demystified what had previously been a wonky, mathematical discipline, allowing even casual readers to feel a newfound connection with the tides of the universe.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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There’s no place like home on Kurt Vile’s new album, a mellow but poignant consideration of the tension between life as a working musician and a family man.—
Stuart Berman,
Pitchfork,
4 June 2026
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The overall impact of the mellow lighting, the color scheme, the organic design, and natural materials is tremendously soothing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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Slattery has a knack for giving big performances that also feel nonchalant, almost like he’s been there in that backyard the whole time yelling about lettuce, and a TV production just happened to set up shop around him.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 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
Adjective
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The remark drew laughter from the crowd and underscored the easygoing Southern charm Bell deployed throughout the forums.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Rick is an easygoing, charismatic entertainer, the kind of frontman whose ready smile is the stuff of innocent flirtation.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Closer to the beach, Pla Pla is a breezy, more informal space for burgers, pizzas, and a handful of Thai favorites in the daytime or steaks and seafood in the evening.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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In the previous two years, sporting directors have made informal approaches to outline the conditions of a potential deal.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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For mothers without access to flexible or remote work, summer break is associated with a significant drop in earnings and work hours.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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This result suggests that a tiny insect brain can support surprisingly flexible behavior, according to James Nieh, a professor in the department of ecology, behavior and evolution at the University of California San Diego, who was not involved with the study.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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And then there’s the prim and unfriendly Stagg, who doesn’t play well with others, who insists on having the office to himself, and who refuses to let the affable Krick be a part of his reports to Ike and the rest of the generals.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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As Eli, Didato brings an easygoing, affable charm to the role.—
Mary Damiano,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laid-back. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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