casually
Americanadverb
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by chance; accidentally.
Not many of my friends know about my art obsession—there aren’t many ways to casually slide Leonardo da Vinci into a normal conversation.
With the new security protocol, it is no longer possible to casually grant access permission to a website you do not control.
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in a way that shows indifference, apathy, or a lack of intention or understanding.
She strolled in casually, as if she weren’t late.
I wonder if the people who are so casually throwing the word "radical" around know what it actually means.
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in an informal way; without formality.
The wedding guests are casually but neatly dressed.
This casually elegant resort offers 4-star food and fantastic views of the coastline.
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in an occasional or irregular way.
These are not people who go to the club casually—they are here every night of the week.
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in a way that does not involve emotional intimacy or commitment.
My sister has been casually dating a reality TV star, among others.
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in a way that does not require significant skill or time commitment.
Expect a casually paced hike suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Other Word Forms
- overcasually adverb
- ultracasually adverb
- uncasually adverb
Etymology
Origin of casually
Example Sentences
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People experiencing AI burnout are not casually dabbling with the technology -- They are creating legions of agents that need to be constantly managed, according to Tim Norton, founder of the AI integration consultancy nouvreLabs.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Banks are used to working with the surviving relatives, including those who are clueless or casually dressed.
From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026
After years of casually discussing finance without taking it further, I finally decided to meet with him and review my situation.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026
It turned out that Zermeño casually knew the business owner, although Alex Lopez said he never realized his former next-door neighbor was a mural artist.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
That was so they wouldn’t get in trouble if anyone with a radio receiver overheard them casually chatting to each other in the air!
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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