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Carelessly

Verb / ˈkerlʌsli: / Another word for carelessly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

without care or thought for others; thoughtless or reckless

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Example sentences

  1. He carelessly tossed the ball and it hit his little sister.
  2. She carelessly left her backpack in the hallway and someone tripped over it.
  3. The waiter carelessly spilled water on the customer's lap.
  4. The driver carelessly ran a red light and almost caused an accident.
  5. He carelessly forgot to study for his test and failed.

Quotes

  • 'It's better to be careful 100 times than to get killed once.' - Mark Twain
  • 'Carelessness doesn't bounce, it shatters.' - Jarod Kintz
  • 'Carelessness is the root of failure.' - Sunday Adelaja

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