cavalier

Example Sentences

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Even worse was how wildly cavalier they seemed about the whole thing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

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

Oh, you want me to become a cavalier, because this is still the most prestigious role in the army?

From Slate • Mar. 2, 2026

“They were cavalier and they were naughty and they were learning. They got to an age where it was time for them to know better.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025

If there were agents out there looking for her, she didn’t spot them, but she wouldn’t be so cavalier as to think she was out of harm’s way.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman