recklessly

Example Sentences

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The man was crossing the street when he was hit, authorities said, and witnesses reported that the suspect was driving recklessly at the time.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Celebrities who behave recklessly don’t deserve our respect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"Its priority, both domestically and in foreign policy, is economic development. There is a broad consensus that China shouldn't recklessly get involved in a war."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The former boss of collapsed construction giant Carillion has been fined by the UK's finance watchdog for acting "recklessly" and misleading others over the firm's precarious financial position.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

The trees were the worst loss and damage, for at Sharkey’s bidding they had been cut down recklessly far and wide over the Shire; and Sam grieved over this more than anything else.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien