as in to saunter
US, informal
to walk or move in a slow and relaxed way
I think I'll mosey on over to the post office and see if the mail has come in yet. He moseyed up to the bar.
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Recent Examples of mosey
Evening After moseying back to your hotel, have a memorable last dinner at Muir’s signature restaurant, Drift.
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Anna Haines, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
One of their prizes for the 1998 victory was a headline set at a nearby pub, where 300 people moseyed in to see the 17-year-olds play their set.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2024
Finally, after going back far enough, the branch peeled away to reveal some wildlife moseying by.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 12 Aug. 2024
Less spiritually minded Olympians can mosey over to the Village Club, right on the Seine, to relax.
—Sean Gregory / Saint-Denis, TIME, 24 July 2024
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Anna Haines, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
One of their prizes for the 1998 victory was a headline set at a nearby pub, where 300 people moseyed in to see the 17-year-olds play their set.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2024
Finally, after going back far enough, the branch peeled away to reveal some wildlife moseying by.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 12 Aug. 2024
Less spiritually minded Olympians can mosey over to the Village Club, right on the Seine, to relax.
—Sean Gregory / Saint-Denis, TIME, 24 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for mosey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mosey
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Swift arrived about 90 minutes before kickoff, sauntering down the tunnel to her usual VIP suite.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2025
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At the used outdoor gear store, a black and tan pooch gave my hand a thorough sniff-over, and then sauntered off.—
Jessica Pierce,
TIME,
15 Dec. 2024
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Indeed, Jokic strolled to the huddle expressionless after Aaron Gordon embraced him and Ball Arena erupted.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2025
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Pick up permits to visit or camp in the state park, stroll through a 2-acre desert garden, explore an expansive interpretive exhibit that covers the history, geology, and culture of the surrounding area, or buy a souvenir in the gift shop.—
Pam LeBlanc,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
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Only another party of two had wandered in during our meal.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Throughout the day, visitors can wander between stages with live music from Celtic rock bands, witness dance competitions, see border collie demonstrations and learn about Scottish heritage while exploring clans.—
Patrick Connolly,
Orlando Sentinel,
17 Jan. 2025
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After walking through Lumon’s maze-like hallways, the CEO is greeted by Mr. Milchick, the somewhat menacing Lumon supervisor played by Tramell Tillman.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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More companies will be walking down the aisle together.—
Louis Biscotti,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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The mystery madam struts through the mansion and heads straight to the backyard, striding confidently past the other women.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Former Vice President Mike Pence strode confidently through a hall that contained protestors calling for his death just over four years ago, on his way to the winter air.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
26 Jan. 2025
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