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
To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails.
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Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
Koh Rong, Cambodia With little development and boat access to the island, Koh Rong feels quiet and laid-back.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The vibe here is laid-back, and far from sceney.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Austin The Texas capital is known for its food trucks and craft breweries, as well as its laid-back, eclectic dining scene.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
Koh Rong, Cambodia With little development and boat access to the island, Koh Rong feels quiet and laid-back.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The vibe here is laid-back, and far from sceney.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Austin The Texas capital is known for its food trucks and craft breweries, as well as its laid-back, eclectic dining scene.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laid-back
Adjective
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Now even casual drinkers seem to be on a journey of sorts—if not toward sobriety, then toward some kind of self-knowledge.—
Hannah Goldfield,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Ebola virus is spread through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person and does not spread through casual contact or air.—
Dr. Céline Gounder,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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There’s something irresistible about the way the mellow yet aromatic garlic infuses the butter, which melts into many crumbs and corners of the bread.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
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Their second meeting, in Lisbon on February 17, gave the lie to any suggestions that Mourinho, 63, is now a more mellow character.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Léa Seydoux gives a very committed, unaffected performance as Lucy, an experimental pianist who must deal with the dawning knowledge that her beloved husband Philip (Laurence Rupp) has a second life online as a pedophile pornographer.—
Stephanie Bunbury,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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French authorities had initially ordered over 1,700 passengers and crew on The Ambition cruise ship to remain on board, but then decided late Wednesday to let those unaffected disembark.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Jurk was rather nonchalant following the punch as Castillo lay on the floor, prompting an announcer to say the medics should be in the ring.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Her nonchalant reaction and control of her emotions went viral, gathering 26 million views on YouTube.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Inspired by Olivia Wilde’s Jean Jacket After a trip to Mexico, Wilde’s airport outfit included an easygoing, oversized denim jacket.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
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Salmon praised her easygoing and friendly nature.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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And Democratic operatives have begun informal discussions about recruiting a new chair, even as most believe that Martin's job isn't in serious jeopardy ahead of the midterm elections.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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Lepoutre said Chapiron’s project is inspired by real cases in France involving young women who set themselves up as informal practitioners, offering discounted Botox and injections with dubious products.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Suburban growth accelerated during COVID, McShane said, especially with flexible working options.—
John Marks,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Company leaders said the expansion reflects growing demand for smaller, more flexible grocery footprints in urban areas.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Tanner Boyden, an affable thirtysomething, led an invigorating vinyasa class.—
Priyanka Mattoo,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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Beyond the affable urgency of his demeanor, there are other reasons for Attenborough’s unfailing appeal.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laid-back. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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