cavalier
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Much of the world still thinks of Latin American organized crime in terms of cut-throat cocaine cartels and cavalier capos like Pablo Escobar.
From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026
Travolta’s never been cavalier about his passion for flying and aeronautics, but rarely has he spoken as candidly about the source of that love as he does in “Propeller One-Way Night Coach.”
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
If we call the cops on teens violating a city curfew, it suggests a cavalier attitude toward the perils of the justice system.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
A higher or lower tolerance for risk can make a significant difference, as seen in the case of an older couple when their score is a more cavalier 3, versus 5, out of 10.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
How can he accuse Vincent of being cavalier in his painting?
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
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