carelessly

Example Sentences

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"Here, in Congo, a lot of things are done carelessly and that's not good," he added.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The result was splendid—but only after I’d compensated for a carelessly omitted detail about when to add 10 ounces of grated cheese.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Some Christmases, I’d be disappointed by Santas that felt carelessly constructed or haphazardly painted.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

Outriders are allowed to cross red lights and exceed speed limits, but Michelle Heeley KC said at the point of the collision Mr Harrison was driving carelessly.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2025

He threw all this carelessly to the ground.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke