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haphazardly

[hap-haz-erd-lee] / hæpˈhæz ərd li /


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In contrast, many say Balen has helped clean up Nepal’s haphazardly developed capital—where many migrants to the capital have settled and built homes and businesses without authorization—despite roadblocks put in his way by national politicians.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

We haphazardly dressed in our cleanest warm clothes.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

I first tried a rustic version — ham and cheese tucked haphazardly among the buttered, glazed dough balls — and it was lovely in a messy, casserole-ish way.

From Salon • Sep. 30, 2025

She stood opposite Seven in the circle of Witchlings, scowling, her hair tucked behind her ears and her hat sitting haphazardly on her head.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega




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