unhurried

un·hur·ried | \ ˌən-ˈhər-ēd

How to pronounce unhurried (audio)

, -ˈhə-rēd\

Definition of unhurried

: not hurried : leisurely an unhurried pace

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Examples of unhurried in a Sentence

we cycled at an unhurried pace and saved our strength for the hills up ahead

Recent Examples on the Web Far better, though, was the unhurried time for conversation … and silence. — John Carpenter, chicagotribune.com, "The college search can be a great excuse for a family vacation — and a 57-hour train ride," 24 July 2019 His diffidence blends well with his shambling characterization and Ford’s unhurried tempo. — J. Hoberman, New York Times, "Mr. Lincoln Goes to Hollywood (and Looks Like Henry Fonda)," 26 Jan. 2018 Bratton's unhurried approach, by contrast, reminds us that systemic problems are not unique to one era, not dependent on who sits in the seats of power. — Keith Uhlich, The Hollywood Reporter, "'Pier Kids': Film Review | Outfest 2019," 22 July 2019 An upbeat soundtrack by the French rock duo The Limiñanas adds some pep to the proceedings and provides a counterpoint to the unhurried atmosphere of the country. — Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, "'A Beautiful Summer' ('Le Bel été'): Film Review," 22 July 2019 Instead, with the strings applying just a hint of vibrato, and Tao’s unhurried but unrelenting momentum driving the sound, its power lay in its ephemeral nature. — Zoë Madonna, BostonGlobe.com, "JCT Trio stuns in Rockport with superb Ives and Dvorák," 3 July 2019 This interview first appeared in March as two back-to-back episodes of the After On Podcast (which features fifty unhurried conversations with world-class thinkers, founders, and scientists). — Rob Reid, Ars Technica, "Ars on your lunch break: There’s hope, and we’ll all be fine… probably," 20 June 2019 The veterinarian, whose kind face is framed by glasses and silver cropped hair, eased into the role with a quick smile, unhurried laugh and a deep appreciation for the history that came with the business. — Anna Bauman, Detroit Free Press, "Country's oldest veterinary practice started in Detroit in 1844," 15 June 2019 This is the unhurried pace to which Bender was referring. — Donald Liebenson, Lake County News-Sun, "Ruby of Siam brings authentic Thai cuisine to Highland Park," 12 June 2019

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The first known use of unhurried was circa 1774

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