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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
Pullman’s performance is a fascinating mix of happy-go-lucky and corrosively disappointed.
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
The left winger is usually a relaxed, happy-go-lucky persona around the Leafs dressing room.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Instead, the board opts for the happy-go-lucky concert attendee kicking back a beer or two as its foil to scary THC use.
—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
See All Example Sentences for happy-go-lucky
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
The left winger is usually a relaxed, happy-go-lucky persona around the Leafs dressing room.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Instead, the board opts for the happy-go-lucky concert attendee kicking back a beer or two as its foil to scary THC use.
—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
See All Example Sentences for happy-go-lucky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy-go-lucky
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Home internet and Wi-Fi will be unaffected, authorities said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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China has continued to purchase Iranian oil during the conflict, analysts say, still importing well over a million barrels per day last month – drawing down stock from floating storage already in Asia and unaffected by the US naval blockade of Hormuz.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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While a warm, four-bar bassline chugs alongside dubby stabs and bouncy swells, BEA1991’s vocals switch from nonchalant monotone to falsetto in a way that sounds like an involuntary yelp of joy.—
Reid BG,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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Glantz remained upright at his otherwise empty table, and his nonchalant noshing was caught on a CNN livestream of the room.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Conato Perfect for a mellow night out after a day of exploring, Conato features a warm atmosphere in a rustic outdoor setting.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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The four-acre 800-foot-long pool will be capable of delivering up to 420 customizable waves an hour, ranging from mellow rollers to serious barrels up to seven feet.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2026
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The child was carefree, sweet and had stellar attendance at school.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
5 May 2026
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There’s something in the sound of a steel pan that connects us to something—nostalgia, vacation vibes, carefree living, daiquiris, saltwater, not being at work—even hitting one with a hammer unlocks that feeling.—
Brendan Menapace,
SPIN,
4 May 2026
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But the brand became the foundation for a global retail empire and reshaped American fashion with a focus on simple casual looks from khakis and jeans to T-shirts and sweater sets.—
Anne D'Innocenzio,
Chicago Tribune,
5 May 2026
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Lluritu is a modern, casual seafood bar that's quickly becoming a favorite in the neighborhood of Gràcia.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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But instead of being a lighthearted gathering, fear and pandemonium took hold.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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But kids know that even the most lighthearted exercise in creativity can be their ticket to Silicon Valley riches.—
Theo Baker,
The Atlantic,
24 Apr. 2026
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On an island with no shortage of luxury hotels, this one sets itself apart with its easygoing approach and genuine Italian hospitality.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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Throw in some festival-ready additions—an oversized graphic tee, simple sneakers, an easygoing bandana—to master the art of high-low styling.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 May 2026
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Investors didn't get a lot of answers, but were mostly unconcerned.—
Jennifer Elias,Ari Levy,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Those institutions are largely unconcerned with the small- and medium-sized enterprises that Fasanara has become so accustomed to financing and would much rather continue to focus on large, mainstream corporate clients, where the returns are gigantic.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
16 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Happy-go-lucky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy-go-lucky. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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