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Recent Examples of recklessness
The chain denied proximate cause and recklessness.
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Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The Only Suspect is said to explore obsession, deception, betrayal, the consequences of the recklessness of youth and secrets that refuse to stay hidden.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Questions about his character, judgment and staggering recklessness.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
The resulting investigation will be sent to Porter County Prosecutor Gary Germann’s office for review to determine if the incident was accidental or if there was any form of criminal element regarding the recklessness laws, Richardson said.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Five other kids, ages 10 to 17, were listed on the police report, and Tre would be arrested and charged with criminal recklessness, obstruction of justice and dangerous possession of a firearm.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
In this movie-length sequel, Shelby decides to break his self-isolation when his son's recklessness forces his hand.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 20 Mar. 2026
However, without phronesis, too much courage may become recklessness, or too little courage could result in cowardice.
—Tim Hulsey, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Rather than finding redemption, however, Corby—unable to shed his macho tendencies—continues to suffer because of his own recklessness.
—Eric Magnuson, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The Only Suspect is said to explore obsession, deception, betrayal, the consequences of the recklessness of youth and secrets that refuse to stay hidden.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Questions about his character, judgment and staggering recklessness.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
The resulting investigation will be sent to Porter County Prosecutor Gary Germann’s office for review to determine if the incident was accidental or if there was any form of criminal element regarding the recklessness laws, Richardson said.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Five other kids, ages 10 to 17, were listed on the police report, and Tre would be arrested and charged with criminal recklessness, obstruction of justice and dangerous possession of a firearm.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
In this movie-length sequel, Shelby decides to break his self-isolation when his son's recklessness forces his hand.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 20 Mar. 2026
However, without phronesis, too much courage may become recklessness, or too little courage could result in cowardice.
—Tim Hulsey, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Rather than finding redemption, however, Corby—unable to shed his macho tendencies—continues to suffer because of his own recklessness.
—Eric Magnuson, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recklessness
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The company has built its identity around taking AI safety more seriously than its rivals, creating sky-high expectations for model security that jar with its apparent carelessness; the fact that Mythos was exposed through such a basic and predictable failure only underscores that.—
Robert Hart,
The Verge,
23 Apr. 2026
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Most bark problems come from carelessness from mowing or weed-eating too close to the tree, stripping off the bark and allowing entry.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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And yet, Washington responded to Genet not with rashness and bravado but with restraint made public law.—
Maurizio Valsania,
The Conversation,
9 Jan. 2026
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His audacity and her rashness might surprise some.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Still, its close proximity to one of the most populous cities in the nation has spurred a five-year boom, drawing new residents (including celebrities such as Friday Night Lights star Kyle Chandler) and weekend visitors with its distinct wildness and quietude compared to the nearby metropolis.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Red Sox erased the lead in the bottom of the second, as Vásquez caught a bit of the wildness.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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His mother and young son sued in 2022, alleging wrongful death, assault and battery, and negligence.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit accused the Port of Bremerton of gross negligence and breach of contract for its failure to ensure safety at the marina.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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The heedlessness of the children has touched her mood.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Still, being private isn’t a license to let laxness creep in.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Tolentino’s treatment of sabotage is emblematic of the discussion’s overall irresponsibility.—
Thomas Chatterton Williams,
The Atlantic,
23 Apr. 2026
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This fiscal irresponsibility is happening at the worst possible time.—
Jackie Calmes,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Recklessness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recklessness. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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