offhandedly

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Practically every working actor of some repute has offhandedly mentioned their interest in directing a film at one time or another.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

Most people, I think, still have a positive association with the name, and Tupperware’s problem is that the company doesn’t actually get paid when someone offhandedly refers to their Rubbermaid or OXO container as “Tupperware.”

From Slate • Sep. 23, 2024

As the team reset for a complex shot accompanied by a relentlessly looped fragment from her track, Aftab whispered offhandedly to a cameraperson, “Thank God the song is good!”

From New York Times • May 13, 2024

Liz’s husband, the loving and offhandedly hilarious Derek, is played by Ted McGinley.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2023

“Lousy bet,” I said offhandedly, falling into a chair as though losing interest in the game.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles