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negligent

1 of 1adjective
/ˈnɛɡlɪdʒənt/
Forms:more negligent,most negligent
1

failing to act with the appropriate level of care or attention, often resulting in harm or damage to others

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  • The company was sued for negligent maintenance of its equipment, leading to a workplace accident.
  • The driver was charged with negligent driving after causing a collision due to distracted behavior.
  • The landlord was accused of negligent property management, leading to unsafe living conditions.
  • The company's negligent handling of sensitive customer data resulted in a major data breach.
  • The airline faced criticism for negligent maintenance practices after a series of safety incidents.
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