happy-go-lucky
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The difference with this one is that Mourinho, who claims 26 major honors, makes Michael Jordan seem like a happy-go-lucky guy who wasn’t terribly bothered about winning or losing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
“I look very happy-go-lucky and cheerful, but actually, I am a very dark person because I have a dark history,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
Relatives described Henderson as a happy-go-lucky man who “brought a smile” everywhere he went.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2026
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
Jimmy pretended to be this happy-go-lucky guy, playing around with the bartenders and waitresses.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
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