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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 organiser of Sala's flight, David Henderson, was sentenced to 18 months in prison in November 2021 after he was found guilty of recklessly endangering the safety of an aircraft.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

We have also heard of patients binge eating, cross-dressing and recklessly investing - and others who pursued homosexual relationships for the first time.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Still, they must prove to the jury that his action—or inaction—intentionally, knowingly, recklessly or negligently caused them harm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

“The laws would recklessly endanger the lives of federal agents and their family members and compromise the operational effectiveness of federal law enforcement activities,” the government said in court filings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

Before he had time to think again, he pushed himself off into a sprint, recklessly streaking across the grass.

From "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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