complacent
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Investors were caught off guard by the yield surge, which suggests that the market had become a little complacent about inflation despite hot consumer and wholesale price readings this week.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
It never occurred to me the heart-pounding reminder not to grow complacent wouldn’t hit him, as his generation puts it, in the feels.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
"No-one's complacent, no-one's perfect, we never stop learning - that's what we do in life," he said.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
As for oil prices, Saleur sees investors as too complacent, noting that in December, many analysts expected Brent to average $55 to $60 a barrel this year.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026
We huddle together, complacent as cattle, stamping our feet to stay warm.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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