negligence
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"All that has happened in this environment is as a result of negligence," he told the BBC.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
The attorney general faults OpenAI for failing to put in place stricter rules to verify users' ages, invoking legal statutes on deception and negligence.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The imposing grain silos at Beirut’s port mostly withstood last year’s massive explosion — but now serve as reminders of negligence and destruction.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
The court can dismiss trustees and rescind POAs when there is evidence of incompetence, negligence or misuse of a position.
From MarketWatch • May 25, 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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