negligence
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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
The court sided with the public prosecution, which had argued that negligence by the plane maker and the airline “had undeniably contributed” to the crash.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Authorities have also said they are investigating the incident, and have hinted at "possible negligence by tourism operators or individuals".
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Legal experts consulted by AFP say the two most plausible charges would be negligence or recklessness -- the latter involving a deliberate choice to ignore known risks or safety obligations.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
While they recounted and sported, I pretended study, regimental discipline at that early date not having yet surrendered to the negligence of tactical despair.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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