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
The film’s loose and laid-back structure is accentuated by the contrast provided by the ostensible strictness of its setting: A Christian school for girls.
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Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
The Beato Innovation District emerged as the perfect setting, with its evolving landscape and laid-back, creative spirit that aligns perfectly with the ethos of Tribeca.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 16 Oct. 2024
The cropped pullover gives a sleek, sporty feel, while the shorts keep the look laid-back and breezy.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
The North Carolina native plays guitar and sings backup in the genre-bending band Wednesday, but his solo music—laid-back, witty, tuneful while noisy—seems designed to trigger déjà vu.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 2 Oct. 2024
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Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2024
The Beato Innovation District emerged as the perfect setting, with its evolving landscape and laid-back, creative spirit that aligns perfectly with the ethos of Tribeca.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 16 Oct. 2024
The cropped pullover gives a sleek, sporty feel, while the shorts keep the look laid-back and breezy.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
The North Carolina native plays guitar and sings backup in the genre-bending band Wednesday, but his solo music—laid-back, witty, tuneful while noisy—seems designed to trigger déjà vu.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 2 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laid-back
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And where better to start than at a casual event filled with diverse people in a relaxed setting?Dr. Ruth Gotian, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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These low-heeled platform ankle boots start at $40 and are just the thing for casual sightseeing days followed by dancing the night away.Brittany VanDerBill, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2024
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The sand is beautiful, and the beach is great, nice and mellow.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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More advanced skiers can head for the fun, mellow glades off the black-diamond Dark Side of the Moon, from the top.Graham Averill, Outside Online, 9 Dec. 2024
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Network connectivity to Meta's frontend web servers remains unaffected.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Despite the order, Canadians can still access TikTok, as the app itself remains unaffected by the directive.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Chilling video showed a Mississippi teen murder suspect's nonchalant attitude after allegedly shooting and killing her mother, with the girl seen texting following the act.Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 20 Sep. 2024
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The moment was so nonchalant that Michael Porter Jr. didn’t even notice what had happened from the bench.Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 29 Nov. 2024
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The 87 Best Cyber Monday Comfortable Shoe Deals — Score Up to 75% Off Hoka, Ugg, Vionic, Nike, and More Dr. Scholl's Women's Time Off Sneaker Travelers seeking easygoing style and supportive comfort will love Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneaker — the brand was founded by a podiatrist, after all.Lauren Bonney, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Take 25% off almost all of Rag & Bone’s chic, easygoing wardrobe essentials at the brand’s sitewide Cyber Monday happening.Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
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One notable trend is the rise of authentic, informal leadership communication.Feon Ang, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The military activity occurred over 24 hours from Saturday to Sunday morning, with six aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait's median line, an informal boundary between the two sides.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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This watch further established just how flexible this platform could be when working with unexpected materials.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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As tourism rebounds across the globe, properties in these areas can offer high returns with flexible rental terms and higher per-night rates, appealing to investors seeking quick profits.Johan Hajji, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The familiar problems with interceptions, lack of discipline and missed kicks keep popping up.Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Yet there’s a familiar ring here: Republicans are back in power; deregulation and spending cuts to social programs meant to protect ordinary people are back in vogue.Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laid-back. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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