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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
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.
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
The foil to Sonic’s childlike, happy-go-lucky character, Shadow is dark, brooding and up to no good.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
Jimmy Johnson, his father, is an original—not an intellectual, but smart, talkative, and happy-go-lucky.
—Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Even the happy-go-lucky Joel has demons of doubt and past trauma.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
The foil to Sonic’s childlike, happy-go-lucky character, Shadow is dark, brooding and up to no good.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
Jimmy Johnson, his father, is an original—not an intellectual, but smart, talkative, and happy-go-lucky.
—Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Even the happy-go-lucky Joel has demons of doubt and past trauma.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happy-go-lucky
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Signal operations are otherwise unaffected, and motorists are reminded to always exercise caution around pedestrians.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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Upon hearing the noise, everyone falls to the ground unconscious, except for Cameron, who is unaffected.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Their dominance was complete and almost nonchalant.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Sure, your cat may look rather nonchalant about it.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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An eight-month-old Gruyère is mellow with a caramel aroma.—
Betsy Andrews,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Animal Collective member’s new album, Sinister Grift, is the perfect mellow psychedelia for a sunny Pasadena afternoon.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
9 Apr. 2025
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To dust off its cobwebs and go back to my earlier days of carefree riding?—
Alfredo Sosa,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 Apr. 2025
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At the first spray, top notes of luscious blackcurrants dance across your skin before intermingling with dainty peach blossoms for a carefree vibe.—
Mary Honkus,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Retreat Linen Top and matching Mid-rise Shorts, both over 40 percent off, can be styled together for a polished resort outfit or worn separately with basics for casual, everyday wear.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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There are thousands of dresses for every attire, from outdoor garden weddings and casual beach nuptials to glamorous black tie affairs.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The contest, which dates back to 1960, offers golf pros the opportunity to participate in a lighthearted session shortly before the real competition tees off.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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According to the announcement, Season 55’s curriculum will focus on emotional well-being, helping children learn accessible strategies to comprehend and cope with big feelings through fun, lighthearted, relatable, and engaging stories.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This easygoing aesthetic introduces itself in the living room, which doubles as the home’s entry since there’s no formal foyer.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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Curaçao With colorful Dutch architecture, multicultural charm, and an easygoing pace of life, Curaçao attracts sun-seekers from around the world.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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If soccer is the beautiful game and baseball is the thinking-person’s game, bareback riding is the hell-for-leather, damn-the-torpedoes game, and Steiner’s approach, seemingly unconcerned about life or limb, seems to be the secret to his success.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2025
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Soon a vehicle picks them up from the tent, driving them through the savanna at sunset, with breathtaking views, as the elephants and their calves roam the area unconcerned.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Happy-go-lucky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happy-go-lucky. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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