carelessness

Example Sentences

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“We want to take immediate action against dangerous drivers before their carelessness leads to a deadly crash,” said Steve Gordon, director of the DMV.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2025

He said the files were accessed due to "carelessness", using passwords shared on messaging apps.

From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025

It added: "The cyclist had right of way and a moment of carelessness from the driver, by not properly checking the road was clear to cross, has had a life changing impact on the cyclist."

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

“The degree of carelessness is remarkable,” said Nikos Passas, a professor of criminology at Northeastern University.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

"I put a cold, wet cloth on it as soon as I could, but it was destined to make a scar. Always to remind me of my carelessness."

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English