cavalier
Example Sentences
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In columns and on TV, he warns that Hegseth’s cavalier attitude toward the rule of law and civilian protections is corroding military professionalism.
From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026
Jonathan infiltrates Teddy’s organization, posing as a cavalier, rich businessman named Matthew Ellis.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026
I see now that it’s easy to be cavalier about the paraphernalia of aging when you know they are only temporary.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025
A stunned England woke Sunday to savage criticism after their meek capitulation in the first Ashes Test, branded "brainless" and "damaged" by former greats after their cavalier approach backfired.
From Barron's • Nov. 23, 2025
Despite the importance of this research, many scientists seemed cavalier about their cultures.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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