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accidental

[ak-si-den-tl] / ˌæk sɪˈdɛn tl /


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The researchers argue that these patterns were planned rather than accidental and indicate an advanced understanding of how to divide space evenly.

From Science Daily

Three fatal fires over the weekend were accidental and connected to an overload of sockets and electrical issues, the fire service has said.

From BBC

Their job is to make all the effort "look accidental."

From BBC

Under employment law rules a judge may "at any time correct any clerical mistake or other accidental slip or omission" and an amended version issued.

From BBC

The kill switch automatically cuts your internet connection if the VPN drops, preventing any accidental data leaks.

From Salon