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groundlessly

ADVERB
unjustifiably
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
excusably justifiably


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The West Coast felt much too exposed, and its Japanese population, native-born, naturalized, or immigrants, were automatically and groundlessly assumed to put Japan first in their loyalties, even spying or committing sabotage on its behalf.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 31, 2025

Kevin says they groundlessly accused her of swearing in public.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2024

At the time, China's foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said: "We will not allow any country to reap benefits from doing business with China while groundlessly accusing and smearing us."

From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2023

"They look up to her and see not a disciplined, respectful sports icon, but a groundlessly bitter, petulant celebrity who is totally ungrateful for the opportunities she's had," wrote Brad Polumbo.

From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2019

Of her father's being groundlessly suspected, she felt sure.

From Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens




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