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carelessly

1 of 1adverb
/ˈkɛrləsli/
1

in a manner that lacks enough care or attention

  • He handled the fragile items carelessly, causing a few to break.
  • She spoke carelessly, unaware of the impact her words had on others.
  • The painter worked carelessly, leaving splatters of paint on the floor.
  • They drove carelessly, disregarding traffic rules and causing accidents.
  • He packed his suitcase carelessly, forgetting some essential items for the trip.
2

in a relaxed, effortless, or unconcerned manner

  • She carelessly draped herself across the couch with a sigh.
  • He carelessly waved away the suggestion, uninterested in the offer.
  • The actor spoke carelessly, as if none of it mattered.
  • They carelessly wandered through the market, chatting and laughing.
  • She carelessly flicked her pen across the table, lost in thought.
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