How to Use spontaneous in a Sentence

spontaneous

adjective
  • He's a guy who's spontaneous and fun.
  • The comment was completely spontaneous.
  • The hair is not perfect, but too well done to look spontaneous.
    — Vanessa Santos, Glamour, 1 June 2026
  • Love is spontaneous and electric at this time, so be sure to keep an open mind.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Even moments meant to feel spontaneous are staged.
    — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Or just had an adventure for the pure, spontaneous hell of it?
    — The Astrotwins, ELLE, 1 Mar. 2023
  • How much planning went into the video, and how much of it was spontaneous?
    — Liam Hess, Vogue, 15 July 2022
  • Be aware that a decision like this, if done right, isn’t spontaneous.
    — Teen Vogue, 4 Apr. 2019
  • Say yes to the spontaneous invite.
    — Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 26 Oct. 2025
  • Of course, as with any road trip, the best adventures are the most spontaneous ones on the go.
    — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2023
  • Then, on the other five days, add some spontaneous brisk walking.
    — Bryant Stamford, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Be safe—but also be spontaneous!
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
  • None of these tactics are spontaneous.
    — Faisal Kutty, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
  • This can be in the form of game nights, silly challenges or spontaneous dance-offs in the kitchen.
    — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
  • So next time, be open to the idea that maybe date night isn’t candlelit dinners but spontaneous hikes.
    — Mark Travers, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
  • Spring break should leave space for slow mornings, spontaneous ice cream stops, and extra time at the pool.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Going on a walk is also an excuse for a spontaneous snack break.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
  • The game can be played with just one couple or with other couples at a spontaneous game night.
    — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2023
  • The whole process was a spontaneous affair, in order to capture the vibe.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Nightlife in Tampa is more ratchet and just fun and spontaneous.
    — Nia Decaille, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2023
  • Chase came to the set every day ready to fool around in the hope of making something spontaneous and great.
    — Chris Nashawaty, SI.com, 17 Apr. 2018
  • Even with plans set in stone for months, the ceremony was spontaneous.
    — Alison Steinbach, azcentral, 6 June 2018
  • And, sure, this is not a totally genius and spontaneous styling move on all of these men’s parts.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026
  • The cameras were there—something tells me this wasn't the most spontaneous moment.
    — Abby Gardner, Glamour, 8 June 2018
  • While a video or a notes app apology feels scripted, tears on a livestream are meant to feel spontaneous and raw.
    — Arit John, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2021
  • But dealing with an egg in a lab is a lot harsher on the egg than a spontaneous pregnancy.
    — Halley Bondy, NBC News, 13 Aug. 2019
  • Because these trips are all about unstructured joy—and spontaneous fun.
    — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 17 Oct. 2025
  • But procrastinators or the more spontaneous among us might not be out of luck if you.
    — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
  • My practice is very intuitive and spontaneous and not planned.
    — Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2025
  • And 83% believed quick, spontaneous trips (two or three nights) are a great option.
    — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2021

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