reply casually

Frequency: 7.18.9 per million words

to give a reply in a relaxed, seemingly unconcerned manner

casuallyVERB + ADVERB

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Examples (10)

  • When I asked about his future plans, he just replied casually that he'd figure it out.
  • She was trying to hide her excitement, so she replied casually to the invitation.
  • If he asks about the project, I'll just reply casually and not give away any details.
  • Just reply casually; don't let them know you're nervous.
  • Replying casually seemed like the best way to avoid further questions.
  • He shrugged and replied casually, 'I guess so.'
  • I waited a few hours before I replied casually to his text.
  • Despite the serious accusation, the suspect replied casually to all of the questions.
  • He always replies so casually that it's hard to know what he's really thinking.
  • She tried to reply casually, but her trembling voice betrayed her anxiety.