blithe

Example Sentences

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On being asked by a pious official if he really knew God’s judgment, he is said to have responded, “He will not refuse one who is so blithe to go to him.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Even on death row, he retained his aura of blithe unconcern.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2024

In one blithe sentence, Shafik assumes into legitimacy the major institutions of liberal modernity and declares them partners in a cooperative project, without inquiring into whether or how these institutions might be democratically justified.

From Slate • May 9, 2024

Former FTX customers interviewed by the BBC said they were offended by the blithe dismissal of their problems, and urged the judge to reject calls for leniency.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2024

“Look,” the witch whispered when dawn came, rosy and blithe.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo