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negligence

[neg-li-juhns] / ˈnɛg lɪ dʒəns /


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Chmielewski, meanwhile, has also accused HTA of negligence.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 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 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

He was now determined to perform his duties firmly and without negligence.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien




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