: having a relaxed style or character
laid-back music
Examples of laid-back in a Sentence
a laid-back fisherman, he didn't really care if he caught anything, being content to relax and enjoy the sunshine
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ABC News, 1 May 2026
Linen trousers should strike a balance between laid-back and refined, and these pants have a relaxed fit and a high-rise waist that deliver just that.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
Koh Rong, Cambodia With little development and boat access to the island, Koh Rong feels quiet and laid-back.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 1 May 2026
Linen trousers should strike a balance between laid-back and refined, and these pants have a relaxed fit and a high-rise waist that deliver just that.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
Koh Rong, Cambodia With little development and boat access to the island, Koh Rong feels quiet and laid-back.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for laid-back
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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laid-back. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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