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
The lighthearted clip has since struck a chord with canine lovers on the platform, drawing more than 405,000 views and racking up over 61,000 likes to date.
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Megan Thee Stallion and Angel Reese shared a lighthearted moment on the 2025 Met Gala red carpet on Monday, May 5.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 6 May 2025
The lighthearted lampooning of the TV therapist returns with an all-star supporting cast of comedians in an array of ridiculous sketches.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2025
All of this feels like a far cry from this past summer when Lively was criticized by fans for supposedly using her press opportunities for the film to promote one of her own products and being too lighthearted about the nature of the film.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 2 May 2025
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Megan Thee Stallion and Angel Reese shared a lighthearted moment on the 2025 Met Gala red carpet on Monday, May 5.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 6 May 2025
The lighthearted lampooning of the TV therapist returns with an all-star supporting cast of comedians in an array of ridiculous sketches.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2025
All of this feels like a far cry from this past summer when Lively was criticized by fans for supposedly using her press opportunities for the film to promote one of her own products and being too lighthearted about the nature of the film.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthearted
Adjective
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While a nonchalant approach might protect you from a heartbreak, there's no way to build real relationships without vulnerability and the risk of rejection, Robbins said.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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One video shows some of those on the boat maintaining a nonchalant attitude, with one man joking the vessel had hit an iceberg, Titanic-style.—
Jesse Kirsch,
NBC news,
6 May 2025
Adjective
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Summer Stripes and Basket Bags The season brings forth a sense of nostalgia—sleepaway camp, family beach trips, and carefree moments spent outdoors.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
19 May 2025
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Retiring from work isn’t always the carefree experience some might imagine.—
Chad Willardson,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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So, keep initiating the catch-ups, accepting invites for casual hangs, attending those after-work dinners and chatting with acquaintances at events.—
Seraphina Seow,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025
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Honestly, for movie nights or casual gaming on a massive screen, this one’s hard to top.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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This soft, versatile shade is popping up everywhere, from my Instagram feed to my go-to retailers, offering the relaxed vibe of denim without the weight.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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May 16 Noon Concert: Piano students of Kumaran Arul perform in a relaxed midday setting.—
Jake Richardson,
Mercury News,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Meet my very good boys (pictured): Scooter is a nine-year-old cavapoo (cavalier King Charles spaniel and poodle mix).—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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But economists warn that Americans would be losing clear benefits if the government was too cavalier about the dollar’s shedding its special status.—
Colby Smith,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthearted. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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