haphazardry

noun

Definition of haphazardrynext
as in uncertainty

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  1. uncertainty
  2. randomness
  3. accident
  4. hazard
  5. luck
Noun
  • Now, however, the escalating trade disputes between the two nations are not only challenging this close partnership, but also creating growing uncertainty for American farmers and agricultural equipment manufacturers.
    — , CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Together, the flurry of legal filings has thrust the state, its voters and election officials into a period of uncertainty ahead of the November election.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of uncertainty
Noun
  • That is noteworthy in a Pacers system defined by tempo and randomness.
    — Tony East, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Postseason series wins are based on fortunate timing and randomness, with some small amount coming from talent advantages.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of randomness
Noun
  • Cargo plane crashes in the US The crash is the latest in a series of high-profile aircraft accidents in the United States.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Every day, the Daily News covers page upon page of shootings, stabbings, fires, bike accidents, political happenings, etc.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of accident
Noun
  • That distinction is important as military organizations increasingly look at autonomy as a way to reduce human exposure to battlefield hazards.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Potential hazards include volcanic bombs, heavy ashfall and lava flows if continuous eruptions resume.
    — Niniek Karmini, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of hazard
Noun
  • The prospects who are performing well enough to expect a September call-up in a normal season, like Parks Harber, might be out of luck.
    — Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The big one, of course, is that NASCAR created a new playoff format meant to erase luck.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026
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