as in negligence
failure to take the care that a cautious person usually takes
a mere moment of incautiousness can cause an accident
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negligence
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Police said the investigation is still ongoing, adding that no foul play or negligence is currently suspected.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
31 July 2025 -
The couple is accusing the funeral homes of mishandling human remains, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligence.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
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“Incautiousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incautiousness. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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