as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or trouble
his lighthearted attitude in the face of danger was the source of some concern
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Recent Examples of lighthearted
The lighthearted exchange is just the latest example of Pat embracing a more relaxed chapter of life after stepping away from television.
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
The lighthearted clip has struck a chord with TikTok users, quickly gaining traction across the platform.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Finally, pickles have also found a unique niche in American humor, becoming a symbol of quirky, lighthearted fun.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
The weekend also produced a more lighthearted moment online.
—Aidin Vaziri, San Francisco Chronicle, 30 Mar. 2026
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
The lighthearted clip has struck a chord with TikTok users, quickly gaining traction across the platform.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Finally, pickles have also found a unique niche in American humor, becoming a symbol of quirky, lighthearted fun.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
The weekend also produced a more lighthearted moment online.
—Aidin Vaziri, San Francisco Chronicle, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthearted
Adjective
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Fagen’s nonchalant cameo, though, got the Steely Dan community in a tizzy.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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Scott inflicts Ohm’s nonchalant meanness with a piercingly perverse matter-of-factness that places the character as far away as possible from the realm of likeability.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Think saturated makeup, carefree styling, and an unapologetic embrace of all things vintage.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
1 Apr. 2026
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Since its founding, Vilebrequin has built its identity around a vision of beach life that blends color, craft, and a certain carefree French Riviera attitude.—
John Wogan,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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HaLani is a casual open air spot serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner right by the pools.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The kitchen is outfitted with top-tier appliances, dual islands, and a casual dining area, while a sumptuous primary retreat comes with dual baths, a beauty salon, and an ultra-luxe closet.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The level of service, in general, is friendly and relaxed, but attentive.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Lock + Pump + Pedals The Kingbull Ranger is a comfortable and relaxed retro electric bike, perfect for riders who want to cruise the beach in style.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The fact that anyone at the top is shocked by snaking security lines at airports is of a piece with the administration’s rather cavalier approach to contingency planning.—
Juliette Kayyem,
The Atlantic,
23 Mar. 2026
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Each crossbreed comes from a poodle bred with a cavalier King Charles spaniel, cocker spaniel, or Labrador retriever.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthearted. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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