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inadvertently

[in-uhd-vur-tnt-lee] / ˌɪn ədˈvɜr tnt li /
ADVERB
carelessly
Synonyms


ADVERB
unintentionally
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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“To the extent he inadvertently incurs exposure to those industries through third-party managers or liquid legacy investments, Tom will donate all profits to charity.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“That transfer should be exclusive to the client to avoid inadvertently mixing up documents,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

People should avoid inadvertently contacting the one-touch tilt-and-slide button for the second-row seats while entering and exiting the third row, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

But it came at a cost, the report suggests, by inadvertently sending the message that healthcare spaces were closed.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The carrier shifts to the right at the same time I do, inadvertently blocking my path.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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