loosey-goosey

adjective

Definition of loosey-gooseynext
as in mellow
chiefly US, informal very loose or relaxed The assistant manager had a loosey-goosey attitude about the store's return policy.

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Recent Examples of loosey-goosey This isn’t to say McDermott has become loosey-goosey. — Dan Pompei, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026 As Prynoski runs a quick session, the loosey-goosey fantasy RPG-meets-drinking game — whose kookily illustrated cards and dice all glow under blacklights — feels oddly like a natural next step for Titmouse. — James Grebey, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2025 If things are left too loosey-goosey and vague, that can result in mixed expectations within your organization. — Kathleen Walch, Fortune, 11 Nov. 2025 Dogma is having a resurgence; Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is similarly satirical in that loosey-goosey way Smith does so well. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for loosey-goosey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loosey-goosey
  1. mellow
  2. smooth
  3. collected
  4. calm
  5. nonchalant
  6. steady
  7. cool
  8. easygoing
Adjective
  • Warm yet uplifting with a strong hit of black tea, Still Bloom's cardomom, sesame, and orange top notes hit like a shot of caffeine before dissipating into a mellow, comforting underbelly of musk, rose and cedarwood, to name a few.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The first mile is pretty mellow, but this moderate trail features several switchbacks.
    — Abigail Bliss, Denver Post, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of mellow
Adjective
  • Finished with a smooth, domed resin overlay that gives the artwork dimension and a polished finish.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The finish is a semi-matte—smooth, satin, and shine-free—that looks looks like velvet on the lips.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • Data brokers legally comb the internet for such information, build profiles using the collected information, and sell those profiles to anyone who’ll pay.
    — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Paired with the Emme play table, this duo creates the kind of collected look that feels professionally layered.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026
Definition of collected
Adjective
  • An oasis of calm, this colonial low-rise near Connaught Place is one of the city's best bets for location, charm, and style.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • According to Hall, topical PDRN can still hydrate skin, reduce inflammation and support natural repair processes, helping the complexion appear calmer and more comfortable.
    — Lucy Partington, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of calm
Adjective
  • Textures contributed in telegraphing the nonchalant approach to dressing that defines the brand.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Just a rugged man in a stream There is, of course, nothing nonchalant about the exchange.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of nonchalant
Adjective
  • That means taking bold swings, alongside crowd-pleasers, with a steady willingness to push boundaries.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Rabid bat detections can vary year-to-year, but Los Angeles County has seen a steady upward trend for more than a decade.
    — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of steady
Adjective
  • The hotel initially had an intimate oyster bar off its lobby, but that space is now a cool special events venue.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Expect to feel the winds shifting in Northern California Friday, and Saturday for Southern California, as cooler air finally sweeps in.
    — Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of cool
Adjective
  • Its bright instrumentation and warm, easygoing rhythm make the track an uplifting addition with an unmistakable sense of place.
    — qygwork, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The soft pink shade acts as an easygoing neutral that will go with everything, but still provide a nice wash of color.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of easygoing

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“Loosey-goosey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loosey-goosey. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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