willful
Example Sentences
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Andrew Ross Sorkin’s “1929” recounts how failures in political leadership—a blend of willful ignorance and shortsighted greed—can sow economic chaos.
Meanwhile, noncitizens suspected of being in the country illegally could face other criminal charges such as unauthorized entry into a military property and willful violation of a security regulation.
From Los Angeles Times
We come to realize that our rhythm is dictated by the materials themselves, by what they will respond to rather than by our willful demands.
James Q. Wilson and George L. Kelling’s “broken windows” theory posited that crime is more than a willful act—it’s the product of a cultural atmosphere.
After a certain point, a willful, proud ignorance masquerading as superior wisdom becomes a social menace and a stigma of poor citizenship.
From Salon
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