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recklessly

[rek-lis-lee] / ˈrɛk lɪs li /


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By the early 2000s, low inflation had given rise to new challenges—namely, that their very success might lead investors to behave more recklessly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Your friend could petition the court to remove her sister as trustee or POA holder, if the sister did indeed act unethically or recklessly.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

He wasn’t told what resulted in his termination, but said that during his last ride, he had to drive defensively to avoid crashing into a vehicle that was merging recklessly on the freeway.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Celebrities who behave recklessly don’t deserve our respect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

She fixated on the song, her arthritic fingers hunting recklessly for the next note.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson




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