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as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
he is completely happy-go-lucky on fishing trips—if he catches something, fine; if he doesn't, that's fine, too
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as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or trouble
went on her happy-go-lucky way, totally unaware that she was strewing litter behind her
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Recent Examples of happy-go-lucky
Instead, the board opts for the happy-go-lucky concert attendee kicking back a beer or two as its foil to scary THC use.
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Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
Perhaps the happy-go-lucky Heisman Trophy winner and national champion can help uplift a team desperate for a spark and new leadership.
—C J Doon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2026
Of course, title notwithstanding, this opener is as gleeful as the rest of the record, as Swift sings about being rescued from a descent into Shakespearian madness by her happy-go-lucky baller.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
Despite being the spontaneous, happy-go-lucky friend in the group chat, saying yes to a friend’s get-together could lead to you accidentally having to be in three places at once.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
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Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
Perhaps the happy-go-lucky Heisman Trophy winner and national champion can help uplift a team desperate for a spark and new leadership.
—C J Doon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2026
Of course, title notwithstanding, this opener is as gleeful as the rest of the record, as Swift sings about being rescued from a descent into Shakespearian madness by her happy-go-lucky baller.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
Despite being the spontaneous, happy-go-lucky friend in the group chat, saying yes to a friend’s get-together could lead to you accidentally having to be in three places at once.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for happy-go-lucky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy-go-lucky
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Oklahoma ratepayers’ energy bills would be unaffected by new data centers under a bill advancing through the House.—
Emma Murphy,
Oklahoma Voice,
5 Mar. 2026
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While geopolitical conflict can whip up uncertainty, investors remain focused on market fundamentals that are largely unaffected so far.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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What makes the shoe so appealing is its nonchalant, slip-on-and-go versatility.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
23 Feb. 2026
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In the campaign, Waterhouse and Ramirez are shown in looks that channel Saint-Tropez’s nonchalant chic, styled by Emmanuelle Alt.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Even the attractions here skew mellow, from the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center to the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier, the longest on the Gulf, where anglers cast lines as pelicans glide overhead.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The two-in-one device combines the power of an air purifier with an alarm clock that gently wakes you up with soothing sounds and mellow, adjustable lighting that mimics a sunrise.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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While the figure skater has become known for her carefree and joyful persona, she has suddenly been thrust into the spotlight, which has brought some unwelcome attention.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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And while there was something magical about each of these journeys—because road trips are inherently spontaneous, whimsical, and (well) carefree—one really stood out.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
3 Mar. 2026
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All sorts of messages, formal or casual, are more meaningful during the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your conversation zone.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
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In a 2010 study, for example, the disparity held in both casual and familiar encounters, with ten per cent of women reaching orgasm versus thirty-one per cent of men in a first-time hookup, and sixty-eight per cent versus eighty-five per cent with a familiar partner.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Her work is characterized by sharp dialogue, complex female protagonists, and a lighthearted approach to dark subject matter.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
2 Mar. 2026
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Quinn said the lighthearted tone is intentional.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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About a two-hour drive south of Luanda, the Praia dos Surfistas (Surfers' Beach) is set on a broad bay with beginner-friendly breaks and a smattering of easygoing beachfront resorts.—
Melanie van Zyl,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Mar. 2026
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Potted herbs make patios feel fresh, easygoing, and organic.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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The White House’s top official overseeing World Cup preparations, Andrew Guiliani, seemed unconcerned Saturday in a social media post.—
Graham Dunbar,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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The White House's top official overseeing World Cup preparations, Andrew Guiliani, seemed unconcerned Saturday in a social media post.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Happy-go-lucky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy-go-lucky. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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