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wanton

[won-tn] / ˈwɒn tn /




NOUN
profligate person
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Everything’s all approved and taken care of when it comes to rights involved, so there’s no fear of wanton copyright takedowns or accusation of platform rule violation.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Sweeping contentious issues under the rug and relegating them to wanton aggravation is one major way of letting these same topics fester.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

"Such wanton destruction of the German cultural scene, such self-inflicted insularity, must not be allowed to happen," it said.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

But it’s mostly a smart exploration of these two types: the wanton destroyer who relishes chaos and the wise, patient healer looking to preserve and protect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

“This is egg-drop soup, wanton soup, egg rolls with sweet-and-sour dipping sauce, fried shrimp, and Crab Rangoon.”

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle




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