as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or trouble
his lighthearted attitude in the face of danger was the source of some concern
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Recent Examples of lighthearted
However, when the mom first saw the clip, her reaction was less sentimental and more lighthearted.
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Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 21 Jan. 2025
The opera sequence is a lighthearted mini-game, and eventually, the party is made to battle the villain on stage.
—Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025
Others who are foregoing their own mental capacity and well-being are the ones who have gone beyond the lighthearted rent-free construction.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Heckling The Opposing Team or Their Fans Of course, a little lighthearted trash-talking towards the opposition is part of the fun of sporting events.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
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Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 21 Jan. 2025
The opera sequence is a lighthearted mini-game, and eventually, the party is made to battle the villain on stage.
—Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025
Others who are foregoing their own mental capacity and well-being are the ones who have gone beyond the lighthearted rent-free construction.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Heckling The Opposing Team or Their Fans Of course, a little lighthearted trash-talking towards the opposition is part of the fun of sporting events.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for lighthearted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthearted
Adjective
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Almost every time, Clean Slate chooses swift and even nonchalant acceptance.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
6 Feb. 2025
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But Trump is nonchalant about the grave risks the men face as a direct result of their service to him.—
Steve Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Breezy Lane Kimono $30 $26 at Amazon An open cover-up is both easy and versatile, and the look somehow skates the line between carefree and old money.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Feb. 2025
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Juniper shrubs are getting a second look as homeowners search for carefree greenery with year-round appeal.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Even to a casual viewer, the waxing gibbous moon of Friday, Feb. 7 will appear unusual.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Never risking outright political statement, Salles exemplifies the casual commitment Hollywood admires as a mirror of its own glib engagement.—
Armond White,
National Review,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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His relaxed posture, his silent attention, and his occasional eye contact draws me out.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Together, the indoor and outdoor elements foster a relaxed gathering place that's sure to feel timeless for generations to come.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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According to a Vet Explains Pets article by Dr. Jess Kirk, the breeds that are more suited for living with small animals like rabbits include golden retrievers, cavalier king Charles spaniels, pugs, beagles, and poodles, among others.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Solano’s sentiment was shared Monday morning by other industry leaders and by former diplomatic officials who saw the cavalier way in which Colombia’s economic lifeline was being discussed — and potentially ruined — on social media as highly irresponsible.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthearted. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.
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