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laxness

[lahks-nes] / ˈlɑks nɛs /
NOUN
negligence
Synonyms
STRONG
disregard failure forgetfulness heedlessness inattention inattentiveness laxity neglect neglectfulness oversight remissness slackness thoughtlessness
WEAK
unpreparedness
Antonyms
STRONG
accomplishment achievement attention care regard respect success

Example Sentences

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Banks are starting to face lawsuits by pig-butchering victims who allege laxness in opening accounts.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2025

There is laxness in the air, self-conscious charm, a pensive mood of: What should come next?

From New York Times • Oct. 21, 2021

While Samaranch and the IOC were criticized for a perceived laxness on performance-enhancing drugs, Rogge initiated a high-profile “zero tolerance” policy on doping.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 29, 2021

While Samaranch and the IOC were criticized for a perceived laxness on performance-enhancing drugs, Rogge initiated a high-profile "zero tolerance" policy on doping.

From Fox News • Aug. 29, 2021

I must confess to a laxness in the matter of National Parks.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck

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