as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or troubles
passengers on a luxury cruise ship enjoying a carefree vacation carefree college students on spring break
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Recent Examples of carefree
The specter of war is difficult to reconcile with the carefree bustle of downtown Taipei, where on a cool June evening bickering families and doe-eyed couples throng the city’s night markets as ever before.
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
The pic, from director Marcel Walz and Anathema LLC, follows what happens when a carefree night of partying takes a sinister turn when a group of friends stumble upon an ancient curse and are forced to survive until dawn as a malevolent force begins hunting them.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
But San Jose continued to play loose, carefree hockey, and allowed three unanswered goals for their second straight heartbreaking loss.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 12 Oct. 2025
The second-year quarterback was 11 of 12 for 96 yards and a touchdown after one frame, playing with the carefree confidence of a man coming off a signature win.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Oct. 2025
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
The pic, from director Marcel Walz and Anathema LLC, follows what happens when a carefree night of partying takes a sinister turn when a group of friends stumble upon an ancient curse and are forced to survive until dawn as a malevolent force begins hunting them.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
But San Jose continued to play loose, carefree hockey, and allowed three unanswered goals for their second straight heartbreaking loss.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 12 Oct. 2025
The second-year quarterback was 11 of 12 for 96 yards and a touchdown after one frame, playing with the carefree confidence of a man coming off a signature win.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for carefree
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Backing the nonchalant trio were multiple percussionists on wind chimes, congas, shakers, and more, as well as backup singers, a bassist, and an additional guitarist.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
28 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, a debonair and nonchalant judge, Roland Brack (Nicholas Pinnock), who has arranged George’s loan for the expensive property, is also dallying with Hedda and plots to use his influence—his power, rather—to tighten their extramarital bond.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
17 Oct. 2025
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The lighthearted video was shared on June 22 under @erin_johno87 and has amassed more than 342,000 views and over 25,000 likes to date.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Redditors in the comment section were appreciative of the woman’s lighthearted attitude about the mix-up and praised her for being understanding.—
Emily Rella,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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This picturesque lakeside destination is increasingly attracting affluent foreign buyers, drawn by the stunning natural beauty and newly relaxed Golden Visa program.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
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The city’s relaxed building regulations and abundance of oceanfront lots have fueled a boom in construction, and that vertical growth has led João Pessoa to host some of Brazil’s most impressive rooftop bars and pools.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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McCaffrey, healthy after having his season derailed by Achilles tendinitis and a PCL sprain in 2024, remains upbeat and unconcerned.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
2 Oct. 2025
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Addressing fears that such growth could ignite inflation, Wood was unconcerned.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
22 Sep. 2025
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The dress code was casual for the at-home event, with Khloé wearing a brown and white cow-print, loose-fitting onesie.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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Best Restaurants Forte Restaurant Modern Italian dishes are on the menu at Forte, a casual spot in Kananaskis Village.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Carefree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carefree. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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