as in leisurely
moving or proceeding at less than the normal, desirable, or required speed
we cycled at an unhurried pace and saved our strength for the hills up ahead
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Recent Examples of unhurried
Take a few extra moments to double-check your space, thank your host sincerely, and leave on a warm, unhurried note.
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
In each encounter, Riley, a chill, hangdog figure with mutton chops and a spray of freckles, was soft-spoken and receptive, curious and unhurried, but also a little elusive when necessary, knowing when to drift away.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
But where Portner seemed adrift in busy harmonies on that EP, Croz Boyce is a comparatively unhurried, almost entirely instrumental project.
—Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 12 May 2026
Italy’s rail network makes unhurried travel easy, and agriturismi, or farm stays, offer travelers a direct connection to rural life, traditional agriculture and local food.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
In each encounter, Riley, a chill, hangdog figure with mutton chops and a spray of freckles, was soft-spoken and receptive, curious and unhurried, but also a little elusive when necessary, knowing when to drift away.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
But where Portner seemed adrift in busy harmonies on that EP, Croz Boyce is a comparatively unhurried, almost entirely instrumental project.
—Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 12 May 2026
Italy’s rail network makes unhurried travel easy, and agriturismi, or farm stays, offer travelers a direct connection to rural life, traditional agriculture and local food.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unhurried
Adjective
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The long days of summer feel designed for leisurely train travel, journeys that unfold at an unhurried pace and encourage travelers to settle in and enjoy the passing scenery.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
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For dads who enjoy leisurely rides, local exploration, and timeless design, the Ranger delivers a combination of style and range that is difficult to find at its price point.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Recovery of the bodies has been slow because of the chemicals and other hazards present at the site, Amos explained.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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One of the most painful things about this disease is knowing that promising treatments are emerging, but funding barriers and manufacturing and procedural slow-downs continue to derail progress.—
Elise Esposito,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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“Unhurried.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unhurried. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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