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negligence

[neg-li-juhns] / ˈnɛg lɪ dʒəns /


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The settlement was reached during jury deliberations after a trial that jurors later indicated showed the Angels’ negligence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Failing to address any known risk on your property may constitute negligence.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

A Virginia judge dismissed all criminal charges against a former elementary school assistant principal accused of negligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

"It would be mass negligence if we continue to ignore the need to stormproof while we have the chance," he said.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“I cannot see that there has been any negligence on your part.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie




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