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recklessly

American  
[rek-lis-lee] / ˈrɛk lɪs li /

adverb

  1. with no concern about the consequences of one's action; carelessly.

    He lived recklessly, without any regard for his own safety or the safety of others.

Etymology

Origin of recklessly

reckless ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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The new law came into force on Friday as the UK government warned people "riding a jet ski recklessly or causing harm" faced fines or up to two years in prison.

From BBC

Seal Beach police initiated the pursuit of the suspect, who was driving recklessly, according to OnScene.TV.

From Los Angeles Times

Dominion, in reply, said it believes in the First Amendment but it “does not shield broadcasters that knowingly or recklessly spread lies.”

From Seattle Times

Jurors deliberated for about five hours before convicting Shahpal by majority verdicts of one count of intentionally encouraging terrorist acts and one of doing so recklessly.

From BBC

A retailer found to have recklessly sold nitrous oxide could face six months in prison or an unlimited fine.

From BBC

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