Nonchalant Definition & Meaning

Example Sentences

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Despite my attempt to be nonchalant, I knew my behavior wasn’t going unnoticed.

From Literature

No doubt that playful warmth played a part in him being cast as Luffy, a hilariously nonchalant, yet utterly sincere would-be pirate.

From Los Angeles Times

Elliot laughed, and I smiled a smile that I hoped was convincingly nonchalant.

From Literature

Heading into the results, investors were a bit more nonchalant about threats to the economy.

From MarketWatch

I’m startled by her question and even more startled by her nonchalant attitude.

From Literature