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saunter
This word conveys a specific mood of effortless ease and lack of urgency. It suggests a psychological state of contentment or a deliberate display of nonchalance, often implying that the person has nowhere urgent to be or is intentionally projecting an air of superiority or indifference.
As a noun, it describes the act of walking leisurely. While it is generally countable, it is frequently used in singular form to describe a specific excursion or a general style of movement.
Meanings
Phrasal Verbs
saunter off
to walk away in a slow, relaxed, or nonchalant manner
After the argument, he simply sauntered off without looking back.
saunter back
to return to a place by walking slowly and leisurely
They sauntered back to the hotel after a long evening of sightseeing.
saunter around
to walk aimlessly or leisurely in a specific area
We spent the afternoon sauntering around the old town's cobblestone streets.