unhurried

adjective

un·​hur·​ried ˌən-ˈhər-ēd How to pronounce unhurried (audio)
-ˈhə-rēd
: not hurried : leisurely
an unhurried pace
unhurriedly adverb

Examples of unhurried in a Sentence

we cycled at an unhurried pace and saved our strength for the hills up ahead
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Slow parenting prioritizes the joyful, unhurried moments that allow children to thrive. Alex Vance, Parents, 21 Jan. 2025 Splitting his time between Tunisia and Morocco, Bessa will keep a global profile in 2025, with roles lined up in upcoming French, Belgian and international productions — all in keeping with the actor’s unhurried pace. Ben Croll, Variety, 21 Jan. 2025 These destinations offer unique terroirs and boutique wineries, giving visitors a more personal and unhurried experience. Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025 Throughout the day, the mood in the office was bright, pragmatic, and unhurried. Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unhurried 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1774, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unhurried was circa 1774

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“Unhurried.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unhurried. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

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unhurried

adjective
un·​hur·​ried ˌən-ˈhər-ēd How to pronounce unhurried (audio)
-ˈhə-rēd
: not hurried : leisurely
an unhurried pace
unhurriedly adverb

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