: having a relaxed style or character
laid-back music
Examples of laid-back in a Sentence
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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Austin The Texas capital is known for its food trucks and craft breweries, as well as its laid-back, eclectic dining scene.
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
While spending her days in the Palm Springs sunshine, Bieber retired her bohemian festival wardrobe for something more laid-back and sporty.
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This intimate 58-key hotel marries Bequia's laid-back bliss with luxe amenities like a seawater infinity pool, a spa, and a range of available activities.
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While Red Bull Mirage provided day club vibes, the energy at the Soho House hideout was a bit more laid-back.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
While spending her days in the Palm Springs sunshine, Bieber retired her bohemian festival wardrobe for something more laid-back and sporty.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
This intimate 58-key hotel marries Bequia's laid-back bliss with luxe amenities like a seawater infinity pool, a spa, and a range of available activities.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
While Red Bull Mirage provided day club vibes, the energy at the Soho House hideout was a bit more laid-back.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laid-back. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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