casual observer

Frequency: 7.815.1 per million words

someone who is not paying close attention

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Examples (10)

  • To the casual observer, it would have looked like any other domestic argument.
  • A casual observer might miss the subtle nuances of their interaction.
  • The changes were so gradual that only a keen eye, not a casual observer, would notice them.
  • From the perspective of a casual observer, the market seemed stable.
  • He was merely a casual observer of the events, not an active participant.
  • Even a casual observer could tell something was amiss.
  • The intricate dance of the birds went largely unnoticed by the casual observer.
  • What appeared simple to the casual observer was actually a complex process.
  • For the casual observer, the art installation seemed a bit abstract.
  • The sudden shift in policy surprised many, especially the casual observer.