26984 words

casually

6 definitions • 9 examples
1
in a way that is not formal or not suitable for a special or official occasion:

Examples:

She was dressed casually in shorts and a T-shirt.
2
in a way that does not show any particular interest or care :

Examples:

He casually tossed the gift on the table.
I chatted to him casually, as if I didn't care.
3
in a way that is not serious or considered, or that happens by chance:

Examples:

She found out when he casually mentioned that he had an after-school detention.
We just met casually in town.
4
in a way that is not regular or fixed:

Examples:

I only work casually, so I have time to do other things.
Margaret was casually employed by a decorator.
5
in an informal way:

Examples:

She said younger job candidates often dress casually for interviews when it's absolutely not appropriate.
6
in a way that is not permanent or is only done when a company needs more workers:

Examples:

More people are working part-time, getting made redundant, and being employed casually.

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