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irresponsible

[ir-i-spon-suh-buhl] / ˌɪr ɪˈspɒn sə bəl /


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"There are many of us on both sides trying to calm down all those hotheads from both camps who enjoy spreading irresponsible claims, lots of 'fake news' and plenty of insults," Daouda said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Until the underlying biology of so-called cured patients is better understood, they say, it’s premature, and perhaps even irresponsible, to use the term.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

A woman responded, saying: "What an irresponsible comment. You're entitled to your opinion. Just be cautious where you air it."

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“However, any implication that Administration officials are engaged in such activity without evidence is baseless and irresponsible reporting.”

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

“It seems really irresponsible for you to be at the mall.”

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly