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

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

Lincoln, blithe and funny, kept insisting that Gurira answer questions first, while Gurira, trying to hastily scarf down a salad, mimicked him back: “You go ahead.”

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2024

Mother was a blithe chick nuzzling around the large, solid dark hen.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou