happy-go-lucky
Example Sentences
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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
Even the happy-go-lucky Joel has demons of doubt and past trauma.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2024
And despite having had 17 children, 33 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren between them since that first drink 56 years ago, the togetherness of this evergreen and happy-go-lucky group hasn't either.
From BBC • Oct. 19, 2024
Qendrim, the small Kosovar, would play center midfielder; Bienvenue, the happy-go-lucky Burundian, would direct the defense from the middle in back.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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