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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
And then those happy-go-lucky souls are dropped off on island and reality hits.
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Dalton Ross, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025
Far too many characters were chipper and happy-go-lucky all the time.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
In October, co-creator Bill Lawrence stopped short of confirming the fourth season to Deadline, leaving that up to Sudeikis, who plays the titular happy-go-lucky soccer coach.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025
Toy Story saw a happy-go-lucky cowboy figurine named Woody (Tom Hanks) have his world shaken when his owner Andy (John Morris) received a cool, brand new action figure by the name of Buzz Lightyear.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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Dalton Ross, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025
Far too many characters were chipper and happy-go-lucky all the time.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
In October, co-creator Bill Lawrence stopped short of confirming the fourth season to Deadline, leaving that up to Sudeikis, who plays the titular happy-go-lucky soccer coach.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025
Toy Story saw a happy-go-lucky cowboy figurine named Woody (Tom Hanks) have his world shaken when his owner Andy (John Morris) received a cool, brand new action figure by the name of Buzz Lightyear.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy-go-lucky
Adjective
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott emphasized that the city's drinking water remains unaffected by the spill.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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The administration’s alternate pathways to imposing its tariffs and avoid legal scrutiny could include using Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, which was unaffected by the court’s ruling.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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In fact, Hope’s own nonchalant attitude inspired her to share the truth.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2025
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The season’s top accessories reflect summer’s playful attitude with capsules and designs that balance nonchalant ease with an energetic and joyful spirit.—
Madeline Fass,
Vogue,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Despite the presence of a legitimate blues superstar on the bill, the festival still had plenty of its regular mellow, low-key charm, as people sat on blankets and beach chairs and chatted with each other between bites of barbecue and burritos.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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The flavor was somewhere between a tangy sharp cheddar and a rich, mellow mild cheddar.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Her joyful, carefree attitude gave way to hypervigilance.—
Bram Sable-Smith,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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As the defining cultural moment of not only the summer but of 2024 in general, Brat and its hedonistic aesthetic — authentic, messy and vulnerable with cigarettes, baby tees and neon green — helped set the stage for Rae’s confident and carefree pop evolution.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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For casual poolside wear, the Swingy Tie-back Beach Dress is a top-notch pick at $41, while the Gathered Popover Dress is another standout at $53.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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The woman’s friend and the casual man spend time every few weeks, play pool, and text daily.—
Stephanie Guerilus,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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The lighthearted video, which was shared to TikTok under @parkersgoldenlife, captured the new mom looking unamused while completely overwhelmed by her excitable litter.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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Keep reading for a list of questions to ask your parents—some lighthearted, some profound, all perfect for getting to know them better.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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John and his wife, Ann Fitzmaurice, who live in Oregon, were easygoing and gregarious—and also intimidatingly fit.—
Elizabeth Cantrell,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2025
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Wilson is deft at blending his easygoing flow with earworm-like beats.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
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The same hypersonic missiles that deter aggression from other countries may fall into the hands of non-state actors who are unconcerned about retaliation.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Although an aside and the subject for another day, 1980s Democrats also were oddly unconcerned about the expanding, freedom-crushing Soviet Empire.—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
6 June 2025
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“Happy-go-lucky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy-go-lucky. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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