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as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner
counselors at the summer camp are pretty easygoing
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as in relaxed
not bound by rigid standards
some men are pretty easygoing about housekeeping
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Recent Examples of easygoing
For classic Jersey nostalgia right on the water, Dockside Diner remains one of the island's great easygoing staples, where all kinds of vacationers overlap over coffee refills and oversized classics before another day on the surf.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
The classic style of this home sets the stage for a traditional but easygoing gravel dining area.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Since Memorial Day unofficially marks the kickoff to summer, there’s no better time to refresh your travel bag lineup with one that matches the season’s easygoing energy.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Salmon praised her easygoing and friendly nature.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
The classic style of this home sets the stage for a traditional but easygoing gravel dining area.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Since Memorial Day unofficially marks the kickoff to summer, there’s no better time to refresh your travel bag lineup with one that matches the season’s easygoing energy.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Salmon praised her easygoing and friendly nature.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for easygoing
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Just beyond the front desk, a fire roars behind a massive stone hearth, and a live piano plays in the heart of the resort, the lobby lounge (dubbed the Living Room), a choice spot for lunch, casual meetings, or pre-dinner drinks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Goodman, with her friendly, approachable writing style, demystified what had previously been a wonky, mathematical discipline, allowing even casual readers to feel a newfound connection with the tides of the universe.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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The welcome is relaxed and warm while the flamboyant decor fights to charm you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Here, Marilyn is a superstar-to-be who’s flirtatious and relaxed, greeting a close friend who happens to be behind the camera lens.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
1 June 2026
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Primaries for the state's three other House seats unaffected by redrawing were held last week.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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Earlier this month, Reform UK, a right-wing populist group promoting stricter border controls, shattered any illusion that Liverpool, which since the 1980s has been associated with the left, is unaffected by political tides.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Between 48 percent off platform sandals that feel just as cushioned as sneakers, to 60 percent off flexible, low-profile sneakers that’ll never challenge an overpacked suitcase, any of the shoes below will carry you through your summer outings in style.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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My cargo capri pants have a flexible waistband for easy sitting in cramped plane seats, while my breezy jumpsuit is a one-and-done casual outfit.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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At 25 years old, the whisky’s youthful vibrancy deepens, trading sharp green notes for profound, mellow complexity.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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There's an undeniable allure to the pale yellow shade, a saccharine hue that teeters the line on both mellow and bright.—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
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In the world of street style, models offer a particular brand of nonchalant cool that the industry has long been obsessed with.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
25 May 2026
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Her nonchalant reaction makes sense considering the Timberwolves scored 37 runs in their last three regular season games and 32 runs in their three playoff games entering Saturday.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
24 May 2026
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And then there’s the prim and unfriendly Stagg, who doesn’t play well with others, who insists on having the office to himself, and who refuses to let the affable Krick be a part of his reports to Ike and the rest of the generals.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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As Eli, Didato brings an easygoing, affable charm to the role.—
Mary Damiano,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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The mayor and city’s deputy mayor attended the main chamber event where the mayor gave his address, while the three other council members — O’Hara, Shaffer and San Antonio — attended the informal mixer portion, but were directed to leave before the main dinner gala occurred.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2026
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Iraq’s oil sales fueled much of its $94 billion in revenues in 2025, yet little trickles down to the millions who eke out in a precarious informal sector, with little protection and meager pay.—
Nabil Salih,
Time,
26 May 2026
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“Easygoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easygoing. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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