reckless
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MarketWatch: What separates a bold investment from a reckless one?
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
“Allegations that DHS law enforcement engages in ‘racial profiling’ are disgusting, reckless, and categorically FALSE,” the spokesperson wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
But what a reckless thing for the mayor of New York to suggest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
"This reckless attack failed but could have caused 500,000 citizens to lose electricity in the depths of winter," the British foreign office said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
It was reckless, and reminded me of all the low marks you received during your training because you simply ignored the rules.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
Vocabulary lists containing reckless
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 4
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The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
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