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Recent Examples of happy-go-lucky In October, co-creator Bill Lawrence stopped short of confirming the fourth season to Deadline, leaving that up to Sudeikis, who plays the titular happy-go-lucky soccer coach. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025 Toy Story saw a happy-go-lucky cowboy figurine named Woody (Tom Hanks) have his world shaken when his owner Andy (John Morris) received a cool, brand new action figure by the name of Buzz Lightyear. Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024 The foil to Sonic’s childlike, happy-go-lucky character, Shadow is dark, brooding and up to no good. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024 Jimmy Johnson, his father, is an original—not an intellectual, but smart, talkative, and happy-go-lucky. Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for happy-go-lucky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy-go-lucky
Adjective
  • Although the London Marathon’s entry rules are currently unaffected, British conservative media and tabloid newspapers are already putting pressure on the event to change its policies.
    Abby Monteil, Them., 25 Apr. 2025
  • Will Brandy be stuck in that alt-reality forever or emerge unscathed and unaffected?
    Jeff Spry, Space.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Their dominance was complete and almost nonchalant.
    Michael Walker, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Sure, your cat may look rather nonchalant about it.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Hyers comes across as perhaps the most mild-mannered, mellow coach who’s ever put on a uniform.
    David O'Brien, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
  • California beach towns — like Ventura, Pismo Beach or Encinitas — tend to be outdoorsy and mellow with a hint of boho energy.
    Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Following the interview, Hudson also posted a carousel of carefree Instagram photos to celebrate the bright weather in Nantucket, Mass.
    Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 28 Apr. 2025
  • Set along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, Fairhope offers a slower pace and the kind of carefree summer days filled with boating, tubing, and sunset-watching.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The Retreat Linen Top and matching Mid-rise Shorts, both over 40 percent off, can be styled together for a polished resort outfit or worn separately with basics for casual, everyday wear.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2025
  • As the Sunday evening set’s start time lingered over his head, Junior H traded his casual, pink jersey for an all-white outfit that would contrast his band’s all-black attire.
    Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The evening is filled with speeches, comedy, and awards. Speeches, particularly by the headlining comedian, traditionally feature lighthearted roasts of the political landscape.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Davidson's tattoo collection includes ink dedicated to his former girlfriends and more sillier, lighthearted designs.
    Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The actress also has a daughter named Miranda. 04 of 06 Will Sasso and Molly Drews Will Sasso, who acts as Mandy’s loveable and easygoing dad, has been married to Molly Drews since December 2022.
    Caroline Blair, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Styling spring and summer’s cutest sandals is easier than ever, thanks to fashion’s current easygoing energy.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Abby’s focused on finding Joel and seems unconcerned about her promise to the others that no one other than her quarry of five years will be hurt in her quest for vengeance.
    Sara Netzley, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Director Jared Hess knows about all this and seems…unconcerned.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025

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