accidentally

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"During a recreational dive in the summer during the undergraduate study of HY Chan in 2019, he accidentally discovered Thecacera sesama sp. nov. in northern Taiwan waters," the researchers said.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

Pacing the stage in the throes of one lengthy, unaccompanied solo, Rollins leaps recklessly—and accidentally clears the edge of the stage, landing many feet below on a stone floor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Jeff Probst gave fans one last “Survivor” twist during the season finale, albeit accidentally.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Host Greg Davies also said he hoped Celia Imrie wasn't feeling too relaxed, not sparing her blushes as he reminded her of the moment when she accidentally farted during filming, a moment which went viral.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

I stood very still so that I didn’t accidentally splash Tina or send stink waves in her direction.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen