Example Sentences

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“I’m a bit loosey goosey about it,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

“The truth of Elaine was her real great acting was convincing the world she was loosey goosey - that was a complete act,” Lahr told Jacobs.

From Washington Times • Oct. 22, 2019

Maybe I write too many songs and put them out loosey goosey.

From Chicago Tribune • Jun. 15, 2012

But the I’m-brilliant bullying that works so well for the gander fails for goosey Peg.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2012

“I liked it a lot. It made me feel good inside. Not all goosey, kind of ducklike.”

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar