free and easy

adjective

Definition of free and easynext
as in ultracasual

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Recent Examples of free and easy Mix in a breakout season for Davis Martin in the rotation and a jaw-dropping start for Munetaka Murakami, and maybe this situation is as simple as a young team playing free and easy and not really knowing any better. — Zack Meisel, New York Times, 12 May 2026 After stiff-arming challengers on the front 9, Cink played free and easy. — Jay Paris, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026 Make proof of citizenship free and easy to obtain. — Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026 These silicone bottles are BPA-free and easy to clean with a wide mouth opening. — Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for free and easy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for free and easy
  1. familiar
  2. offhand
  3. easygoing
  4. casual
  5. lax
  6. relaxed
  7. unauthorized
  8. loose
Adjective
  • Financial firms are now gearing up to jump into the market in a different way, as executives like Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon and KKR's Waldemar Szlezak see AI equipment attaining familiar money-making characteristics.
    — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • If this sounds like a familiar issue to you, pack some extra Tylenol to be safe.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of familiar
Adjective
  • Others begin with something much smaller—an offhand comment during a busy lunch rush at the original location in Sikeston, Missouri.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 30 June 2026
  • Vocals have an offhand nonchalance instead of hogging the spotlight, melodies sneak up on you rather than announce themselves, and the guitars avoid crunchy riffs and overdriven twang in favor of tart rambling and clean supporting chords.
    — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 19 June 2026
Definition of offhand
Adjective
  • McConaughey leaned into the song’s easygoing twang, which made Langley’s tale of romantic abandonment for a Texas rival sound like a song that had been passed around a porch for generations.
    — Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Danish Modern Armchair Midcentury armchairs have a classic and easygoing elegance that recalls the Mad Men era and can blend in well in any style home.
    — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of easygoing
Adjective
  • Options are available for men and women, including insoles designed for casual comfort, exercise and more.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Your words may travel quickly today, so a pitch, invitation, post, or casual conversation could create useful momentum.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of casual
Adjective
  • On Saturday, the supermodel, 46, offered a glimpse at her workout routine while enjoying a lax family vacation.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Molt often carried them into the country in suitcases, easily circumventing the relatively lax customs regulations.
    — Rory Doherty, Time, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of lax
Adjective
  • Both the drop-shoulder tee and the elastic-waist shorts have a relaxed, roomy fit for ultimate comfort and airflow.
    — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Lawrence is loyal to easy, relaxed pants—and her jeans are no exception.
    — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of relaxed
Adjective
  • Residents have also voiced concerns about unauthorized people in other parts of the building.
    — Tim McNicholas, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Whatever the judge ultimately decides, the case will continue on copyright claims involving allegedly unauthorized samples of sound recordings owned by the plaintiffs.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of unauthorized
Adjective
  • Officials had to reset Buffalo’s play clock in the first quarter so umpire Tab Slaughter could smash down loose soil in the backfield.
    — Tim Graham, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • In the 62nd minute, Miami goalkeeper Rocco Rios-Novo misread a goal kick from Schwake and fell over, which allowed Mukhtar to gain control of the loose ball and extend Nashville's lead to 4-1.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of loose

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“Free and easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/free%20and%20easy. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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