How to Use laid-back in a Sentence

laid-back

adjective
  • The vibe here is laid-back, and far from sceney.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Positano still feels a bit more laid-back.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
  • Styling a short-sleeve over a long-sleeve feels grungy and laid-back.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2026
  • But the mood at the fake store was laid-back, happy.
    — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
  • You’d be surprised how laid-back your work pants can look.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 27 Apr. 2026
  • The cropped pullover gives a sleek, sporty feel, while the shorts keep the look laid-back and breezy.
    — Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Some are chic, while others are laid-back and rustic.
    — Nicky Swallow, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Some are chic, while others are laid-back and rustic.
    — Nicky Swallow, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
  • People are laid-back and friendly.
    — Gemma Price, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
  • The vibe is laid-back and relaxed — this is not a dance-on-the-tables type of brunch.
    — Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 1 June 2023
  • Each of the three main towns provides a fun and laid-back beach vacation.
    — Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
  • This casual, loose-fit jumpsuit feels laid-back in the best way.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
  • This casual, loose-fit jumpsuit feels laid-back in the best way.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Utah's oldest ski resort, Brighton, is laid-back with lots of tree runs.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Feb. 2026
  • Ahead, 11 parachute pants outfit ideas that run the gamut from luxe to laid-back.
    — Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 20 June 2026
  • But the truth is, the set feels just as laid-back, if not more so, than my favorite pajamas.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Holmes paired hers with another one of her casual and laid-back streetwear looks.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • The drop shoulders and loose, billowy sleeves add to the laid-back, day-off aesthetic.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
  • The vibe is laid-back and welcoming, with hearty plates that pair perfectly with a cold drink.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Pamela’s dream man is spontaneous, gentle, witty and laid-back.
    — Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Yet the energy is less about being flashy and more about a calm and laid-back confidence.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
  • Both chic and laid-back, this aesthetic is perfect for your place and personal style.
    — Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2023
  • The atmosphere is still laid-back, and the cost of living is affordable.
    — Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2024
  • This little slip of a bar is elegant and laid-back at the same time, which is my favorite combo.
    — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 16 Oct. 2025
  • With their casual and laid-back vibe, a pair of jorts give off a perfect blend of style and comfort for the warmer months.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 7 June 2023
  • The service Helpful, laid-back, and friendly.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
  • This pair from Nordstrom looks breathable and laid-back yet still has long lines that lengthen the look of your legs.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
  • While the T-shirt and sandals lean laid-back, the coat keeps things elevated.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Everyday life appears laid-back.
    — Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
  • Relations with friends, partners and spouses are friendly and laid-back.
    — Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 3 Aug. 2025

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