as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner
a laid-back fisherman, he didn't really care if he caught anything, being content to relax and enjoy the sunshine
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Recent Examples of laid-back
There are activities aplenty, but with four communal pools and a dreamy beach out front, a stay can be as active or laid-back as guests decide to make it.
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Chris Schalkx, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
Slide them on with jeans and a T-shirt for the ultimate laid-back yet polished summer-to-fall look.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Try deep sea fishing and kiteboarding or floating yoga and sand sculpting for something more laid-back.
—Rob Goss, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025
The English Bulldog, though more laid-back, is gentle and loyal.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
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Chris Schalkx, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
Slide them on with jeans and a T-shirt for the ultimate laid-back yet polished summer-to-fall look.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Try deep sea fishing and kiteboarding or floating yoga and sand sculpting for something more laid-back.
—Rob Goss, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025
The English Bulldog, though more laid-back, is gentle and loyal.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laid-back
Adjective
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Streaming platforms have blurred the line between prestige drama and casual binge.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Ranging in sizes 4 Petite to 24 Plus, this casual yet classy dress features button cuff sleeves, a flattering tie closure, and over a dozen colors to choose from.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Get the recipe > The mellow sweetness of summer corn and lobster meat harmonize beautifully in this ultimate summer soup.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
4 Sep. 2025
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Casting the sweet-faced and unflappably mellow Dano — Eli Sunday his Vadim Baranov is not — as Putin’s kingmaker also assures that Assayas isn’t keen on high drama, with conversations in conference rooms plotting totalitarian takeover rarely rising above library-voice level.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
31 Aug. 2025
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While Kalitta seemed unaffected by the incident, Stewart took a while to get out of his dragster.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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For example, many well-hydrated athletes experience cramps, while others competing in hot, humid conditions remain unaffected.—
Michael Hales,
The Conversation,
9 Sep. 2025
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Warren, in his typically nonchalant fashion, downplayed his early impact in the Colts’ offense.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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Faced with punishment from school administrators, Westman appeared alternately nervous and nonchalant, the former employee said.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But Blaney has also become a fan favorite, perhaps because of his down-to-earth personality and relatable ways, while also coming off as one of the more easygoing racers on the track.—
Andy Frye,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Today’s boho blondes are leaning into the easygoing vibe of the color when styling it.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Protesters signaled their support for Karki through an informal vote on the messaging app Discord.—
Sugam Pokharel,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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Bolsonaro's presidency was marked by intense skepticism about the pandemic and vaccines and his embrace of informal mining and land-clearing for cattle grazing, pushing deforestation rates in the Amazon rainforest to record highs.—
Ricardo Brito,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The refrigerated deliveries are flexible based on your schedule and feature eco-friendly packaging.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Crops are left unharvested in response to market conditions, but they could be marketed with connections to more flexible buyers.—
Ivanka Trump,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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On the other side of the equation, the Chiefs’ receiving corps has looked eerily familiar.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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The inertia of familiar patterns keeps people locked into old routines.—
Thomas Lim,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laid-back. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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