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ignorance

[ig-ner-uhns] / ˈɪg nər əns /




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“Final negotiations on ‘Peace’ are proceeding, subject to ignorance or stupidity getting in its way.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Several clubgoers expressed willful ignorance or bemusement, casting blame all around.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Counting to three and closing your eyes is all it takes to wipe the ovine memory clean and return to a state of blissful ignorance.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

"Prejudice is based on ignorance," Frank told The Boston Globe in 2011, as he prepared for retirement.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Matthias began to apologize for his ignorance, but the mother sparrow cut him short.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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