Casual
adjective
Not formal or not serious.
It's just a casual party, so you can wear anything you want.
Often appears as...
- casual wear
- casual clothes
adjective
Not regular or constant.
He's a casual worker who only works when he's needed.
Often appears as...
- casual worker
- casual employment
adjective
Not taking or showing deep interest.
She has a casual interest in painting but doesn't do it seriously.
Often appears as...
- casual interest
- casual observer
adjective
Happening by chance.
Their meeting was casual, as they hadn't planned it.
Often appears as...
- casual meeting
- casual encounter
adjective
Wooden and designed only for light use.
This is a casual chair, not meant for long-term sitting.
Often appears as...
- casual furniture
- casual chair
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A person who is employed only when needed.
During seasonal peaks, the company hires a lot of casuals.
Often appears as...
- hire a casual
- employ a casual
adjective
Not formal or not serious.
It's just a casual party, so you can wear anything you want.
Often appears as...
- casual wear
- casual clothes
adjective
Not regular or constant.
He's a casual worker who only works when he's needed.
Often appears as...
- casual worker
- casual employment
adjective
Not taking or showing deep interest.
She has a casual interest in painting but doesn't do it seriously.
Often appears as...
- casual interest
- casual observer
adjective
Happening by chance.
Their meeting was casual, as they hadn't planned it.
Often appears as...
- casual meeting
- casual encounter
adjective
Wooden and designed only for light use.
This is a casual chair, not meant for long-term sitting.
Often appears as...
- casual furniture
- casual chair
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A person who is employed only when needed.
During seasonal peaks, the company hires a lot of casuals.
Often appears as...
- hire a casual
- employ a casual
Definition 1 of 6
Pro Tip 1/2Social Settings
Used when describing events or attire with a laid-back atmosphere.
The invite said 'casual attire', so I wore jeans.
Pro Tip 2/2Ease in Language
Suggests a conversational tone or simpler language that's not taken too seriously.
We were just having a casual chat about the weather.
Pro Tip 1/2Social Settings
Used when describing events or attire with a laid-back atmosphere.
The invite said 'casual attire', so I wore jeans.
Pro Tip 2/2Ease in Language
Suggests a conversational tone or simpler language that's not taken too seriously.
We were just having a casual chat about the weather.
Pro Tip 1/2Social Settings
Used when describing events or attire with a laid-back atmosphere.
The invite said 'casual attire', so I wore jeans.
Pro Tip 2/2Ease in Language
Suggests a conversational tone or simpler language that's not taken too seriously.
We were just having a casual chat about the weather.
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To Climb the World PIPE...
the world the thing with deep water soloing though I mean I say that it's super casual super fun you know best-case scenario it's like a mix between going snorkeling and going climbing and it's like really nice but think it's worst-case you know you can't actually hurt yourself he pull rocks off you land in things or you could also take horrible falls in this case hazel
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The benefits of a...
who learn a secondary language by filtering it through their primary language. Because all types of bilingual people can become fully proficient in a language regardless of accent or pronunciation, the difference may not be apparent to a casual observer. But recent advances in brain imaging technology
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The wildly complex...
Whatever you call them, these rubber-soled, casual shoes are worn by billions of people around the world. Originally invented in the late 19th century, these simple canvas and rubber creations have changed a lot since they first hit the pavement. Today, sneaker consumption is at an all-time high.
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From pacifist to spy:...
she gave them a casual tour of her “film projector.” When an officer spotted her hanging her aerial, she chatted about her passion for listening to music on the radio– and charmed him into helping her set up the cable. In her entire four month tenure, her sharp wits and stealth never failed her.
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Why do we sleep? PIPE...
So we've had three explanations for why we might sleep, and I think the important thing to realize is that the details will vary, and it's probable we sleep for multiple different reasons. But sleep is not an indulgence. It's not some sort of thing that we can take on board rather casually.
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The era of higher ideals...
emerging social networks they were just starting we could listen better so what if business could be simply put more about how my brother approached his life well this casual exploration which I began to work on and implement and think
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Why it’s so hard to cure...
Unprotected sex and contaminated needles are the leading cause of transmission. It, fortunately, cannot spread through air, water, or casual contact. Individuals of any age, sexual orientation, gender and race can contract HIV.
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The greatest TED Talk...
the brand that I am is I would call it casual fly part hippy part yogi part Brooklyn girl I don't know I'm the pet I sell pet toys all over the country all over the world so I guess that's my brand in my warped little industry
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The power of introverts...
Thank you. And I want to be clear about what I'm saying, because I deeply believe our offices should be encouraging casual, chatty cafe-style types of interactions -- you know, the kind where people come together
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The complicated history...
For some, it's a serious sport. For others, just a way to let loose. But despite its casual association with fun and sun, surfing has a richer and deeper history than many realize.
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To Climb the World PIPE...
the world the thing with deep water soloing though I mean I say that it's super casual super fun you know best-case scenario it's like a mix between going snorkeling and going climbing and it's like really nice but think it's worst-case you know you can't actually hurt yourself he pull rocks off you land in things or you could also take horrible falls in this case hazel
Video examples
The benefits of a...
who learn a secondary language by filtering it through their primary language. Because all types of bilingual people can become fully proficient in a language regardless of accent or pronunciation, the difference may not be apparent to a casual observer. But recent advances in brain imaging technology
Video examples
The wildly complex...
Whatever you call them, these rubber-soled, casual shoes are worn by billions of people around the world. Originally invented in the late 19th century, these simple canvas and rubber creations have changed a lot since they first hit the pavement. Today, sneaker consumption is at an all-time high.
Video examples
From pacifist to spy:...
she gave them a casual tour of her “film projector.” When an officer spotted her hanging her aerial, she chatted about her passion for listening to music on the radio– and charmed him into helping her set up the cable. In her entire four month tenure, her sharp wits and stealth never failed her.
Video examples
Why do we sleep? PIPE...
So we've had three explanations for why we might sleep, and I think the important thing to realize is that the details will vary, and it's probable we sleep for multiple different reasons. But sleep is not an indulgence. It's not some sort of thing that we can take on board rather casually.
Video examples
The era of higher ideals...
emerging social networks they were just starting we could listen better so what if business could be simply put more about how my brother approached his life well this casual exploration which I began to work on and implement and think
Video examples
Why it’s so hard to cure...
Unprotected sex and contaminated needles are the leading cause of transmission. It, fortunately, cannot spread through air, water, or casual contact. Individuals of any age, sexual orientation, gender and race can contract HIV.
Video examples
The greatest TED Talk...
the brand that I am is I would call it casual fly part hippy part yogi part Brooklyn girl I don't know I'm the pet I sell pet toys all over the country all over the world so I guess that's my brand in my warped little industry
Video examples
The power of introverts...
Thank you. And I want to be clear about what I'm saying, because I deeply believe our offices should be encouraging casual, chatty cafe-style types of interactions -- you know, the kind where people come together
Video examples
The complicated history...
For some, it's a serious sport. For others, just a way to let loose. But despite its casual association with fun and sun, surfing has a richer and deeper history than many realize.
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Janeane Garofalo
American Comedian
Let's put it this way: I don't have a good work ethic. I have a real casual relationship with hours. I don't understand why, in entertainment, the hours are as long as they are. It seems like everything takes forever, and no one can tell you why, exactly.
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Johanna Konta
British Athlete
I spend most of my life in sports kit, so it usually shocks people when they see me in casual clothing - let alone dressed up with make-up on. I've walked past people from my own family who don't recognise me.
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Pooja Bhatt
Indian Director
I believe in taking big risks. If you encourage new people, they want to prove themselves. They give their best. This is not possible with established stars, who treat their job casually most of the time.
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Joss Whedon
American Writer
All of the most important lessons about writing I learned from my father. He never set out to teach me anything, it would just be something he said casually in conversation.
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William H. Macy
American Actor
We thought sex was free. Sex is not free. There's a price to be paid emotionally, physically, even legally. Sex isn't a casual thing. It's a huge thing.
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Gary Bettman
American Businessman
I would hope there would be a greater appreciation by casual sports fans of the incredible skill and passion of our players.
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Satoru Iwata
Japanese Businessman
We want to create a kind of cycle where casual gamers are gradually growing up to become passionate players.
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Jennifer Jason Leigh
American Actress
I like a movie that the audience actively has to participate in and not just casually observe.
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Steven Wright
American Comedian
I look like a casual, laid-back guy, but it's like a circus in my head.
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Mike Shinoda
American Musician
The casual listener won't be around forever.
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Janeane Garofalo
American Comedian
Let's put it this way: I don't have a good work ethic. I have a real casual relationship with hours. I don't understand why, in entertainment, the hours are as long as they are. It seems like everything takes forever, and no one can tell you why, exactly.
Quote examples
Johanna Konta
British Athlete
I spend most of my life in sports kit, so it usually shocks people when they see me in casual clothing - let alone dressed up with make-up on. I've walked past people from my own family who don't recognise me.
Quote examples
Pooja Bhatt
Indian Director
I believe in taking big risks. If you encourage new people, they want to prove themselves. They give their best. This is not possible with established stars, who treat their job casually most of the time.
Quote examples
Joss Whedon
American Writer
All of the most important lessons about writing I learned from my father. He never set out to teach me anything, it would just be something he said casually in conversation.
Quote examples
William H. Macy
American Actor
We thought sex was free. Sex is not free. There's a price to be paid emotionally, physically, even legally. Sex isn't a casual thing. It's a huge thing.
Quote examples
Gary Bettman
American Businessman
I would hope there would be a greater appreciation by casual sports fans of the incredible skill and passion of our players.
Quote examples
Satoru Iwata
Japanese Businessman
We want to create a kind of cycle where casual gamers are gradually growing up to become passionate players.
Quote examples
Jennifer Jason Leigh
American Actress
I like a movie that the audience actively has to participate in and not just casually observe.
Quote examples
Steven Wright
American Comedian
I look like a casual, laid-back guy, but it's like a circus in my head.
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Mike Shinoda
American Musician
The casual listener won't be around forever.
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