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sense of security

NOUN
complacency
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"People potentially get lulled into a sense of security when the intensity of sunlight is weak and they spend too long outdoors without adequate protection. We have shown that is a problem for skin damage."

From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026

But he cautioned that no system was fool proof, and that some women's support groups have in the past voiced concern that such systems might give a false sense of security.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

“An important part of that process is allowing them to safely return home and begin rebuilding a sense of security and normalcy,” the statement continued.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026

But the expanded American footprint at bases in Jordan has come with risks, pulling the kingdom closer to a conflict that has already damaged its economy and shattered its sense of security.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026

My eyes open and the sense of security vanishes.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins


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