reckless
Example Sentences
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"We express regret to the North over the unnecessary military tensions caused by the irresponsible and reckless actions of some individuals."
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
"We found that flies consuming caffeine at night were less able to suppress movement, displaying impulsive behaviors such as reckless flying despite these aversive conditions."
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
And it keeps its scale small: Warring nations or governments are barely discussed, the reckless conflict of statesmen taken almost as a given.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
The Foreign Office said Cooper had condemned Iran's "reckless attacks" and its "disruption and closure of the Strait of Hormuz".
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
Torak guessed that if he were reckless enough to remove the heavy, furred boots, he’d find a similar mark on each heel.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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