respond casually

Frequency: 6.87.5 per million words

to give a reply in a relaxed, seemingly unconcerned manner

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Examples (10)

  • He tried to respond casually, but his trembling voice betrayed his anxiety.
  • When asked about the huge loss, the CEO simply responded casually with a shrug.
  • Even under intense questioning, the witness managed to respond casually.
  • It's best to respond casually to his teasing; don't let him know it bothers you.
  • I was surprised she responded so casually to the news of her promotion.
  • "Oh, that? It's nothing important," he responded casually, changing the subject.
  • She has a talent for responding casually, making everything seem less serious than it is.
  • If he brings up the argument again, just respond casually and refuse to get drawn in.
  • Despite the pressure, the applicant responded casually to the interviewer's tough questions.
  • The politician was an expert at responding casually to avoid giving a direct answer.