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
That’s what Sunday was for. Team owner Joe Lacob, after some lighthearted banter, recalled sitting with Iguodala’s cousin during the 2013 playoff series between the Warriors and Nuggets.
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Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2025
It was originally made for a stage show devised to teach children about marine life, and Jean-François had bestowed lighthearted nicknames on the Babel Table’s various sounds and controls.
—Matthew Sherrill, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Headlined by Arjun Kapoor, the film’s mix of romance and comedy is expected to resonate with audiences looking for lighthearted entertainment.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Feb. 2025
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A seemingly simple trip to the store turned into a social media spectacle after a Danish couple shared their lighthearted mishap on Reddit.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lighthearted
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Other users weighed in with a more nonchalant mindset.—
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His distinctive nonchalant California glam aesthetic has evolved in his properties throughout the West Coast.—
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In the garden or in a container, this tidy, carefree evergreen forms a mound about 12 inches high and 18 inches wide.—
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The palette was grapefruit pinks and dark, leafy greens as refracted through a glass of sparkling water; the presentation was as carefully carefree as her silky blowouts.—
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Very family friendly, one of the Montage signatures is Daly’s Rec and Pub, a casual bar eatery with kid friendly menus like brick oven pizza and specialty sodas, plus vintage arcade games and a full-sized multi-lane bowling alley.—
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Simultaneously elegant and casual, the resort feels like a hidden gem in Myrtle Beach.—
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The city’s famous coffee shops offer a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy premium cannabis while soaking in the charming canals and vibrant arts scene.—
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The Village opened a basement eatery called Sotto in December with refined Italian comfort food and a relaxed climate and decor that the owners hope will attract a younger crowd.—
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According to a Vet Explains Pets article by Dr. Jess Kirk, the breeds that are more suited for living with small animals like rabbits include golden retrievers, cavalier king Charles spaniels, pugs, beagles, and poodles, among others.—
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So maybe, on some level, Jeff was acting out his cavalier attitude toward his own masculine spirit.—
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“Lighthearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lighthearted. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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