uncaring
adjective
un·car·ing
ˌən-ˈker-iŋ 
: lacking proper sympathy, concern, or interest
a cold and uncaring manner/attitude/person
an uncaring [=apathetic] attitude toward schoolwork
uncaringly
adverb
uncaringness
noun
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This was not caused by an uncaring community, but by an overwhelming response delivered in a language and through customs different from those on full display at Latin Night.
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Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Or even better, use self-checkout to avoid the evil, uncaring cashier or bag person.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
In my experience coaching executives, the leaders who struggle the most aren’t lazy or uncaring.
—Melinda Fouts, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Enzo holds his knees close to his body, a protective position that visually signals discomfort, while Anthony lays down with legs stretched taking space with uncaring easy.
—Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
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Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Or even better, use self-checkout to avoid the evil, uncaring cashier or bag person.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
In my experience coaching executives, the leaders who struggle the most aren’t lazy or uncaring.
—Melinda Fouts, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Enzo holds his knees close to his body, a protective position that visually signals discomfort, while Anthony lays down with legs stretched taking space with uncaring easy.
—Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
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“Uncaring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncaring. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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