reckless
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Reckless indifference is displayed when someone acts with “a blatant disregard for the potential consequences of their actions,” even if those actions create a substantial risk of death or serious injury to others.
From Slate • Aug. 8, 2025
Ms Bongolan said she met Ms Ventura in 2014 when she worked for the brand, Young and Reckless.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025
Located along the restaurant row on South Jackson Street, across from Reckless Noodle, Howlin’ Bistro serves dog treats and drinks, including ones with bone broth and chicken broth as bases.
From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024
The longtime lead singer of rock band the Pretty Reckless was 13 when the first season of “Gossip Girl” premiered and 17 when she was dropped as a series regular upon her request.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2023
Reckless they sprang into the pools and waded across, bellowing as they came.
From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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