happy-go-lucky
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of happy-go-lucky
First recorded in 1665–75
Vocabulary lists containing happy-go-lucky
Example Sentences
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Next to the happy-go-lucky Harry, William always came off as the earnest, somewhat colder older brother who seemed to march solemnly toward the inevitable fate of being burdened by the crown.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
Stern like old school Mexicans always look in portraits but with joyful eyes that reveal his happy-go-lucky attitude to life.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025
Mazino describes Jesse as “a pretty happy-go-lucky guy” in the earlier episodes of the season, as well as “a bit of a Boy Scout.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2025
"As a child, she was a happy-go-lucky little girl. She loved to do things especially if it was something she could win at. She'd try anything."
From BBC • Aug. 23, 2024
As far as he knew, we were two happy-go-lucky girls.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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