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Recent Examples of imprudently
Raoul's office alleged that Peoples Gas imprudently incurred costs for the work, which are passed on to customers.
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Maggie Dougherty, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Although their destroyer was somewhat imprudently named HMS Brazen.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 21 Feb. 2026
If securitization bonds are issued, funds collected from customers to repay those bonds are refunded if the commission determines the utility acted imprudently and disallows cost recovery.
—U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Maggie Dougherty, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
Although their destroyer was somewhat imprudently named HMS Brazen.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 21 Feb. 2026
If securitization bonds are issued, funds collected from customers to repay those bonds are refunded if the commission determines the utility acted imprudently and disallows cost recovery.
—U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imprudently
Adverb
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Residents in far north Fort Worth, like those in the Heritage neighborhood, have complained about riders — particularly kids — operating electric dirt bikes recklessly in residential areas, creating a safety concern.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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The department says this is part of an ongoing effort to address community concerns about dirt bikes driving recklessly through the city.—
Tara Lynch,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Adverb
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No one should approach the AI situation rashly.—
Revana Sharfuddin,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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But instead of responding rashly, quickly ramping up production or accelerating the buildout of alternatives, the energy sector seems to have entered a holding pattern.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
26 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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When Saajan impulsively offers to join her, plans accelerate, leading to some of the most thrilling and heartbreaking moments the piece offers.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
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Leaders who can regulate themselves in difficult moments are easier to trust than those who react impulsively.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
Adverb
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Moreover, Elliott does not act impetuously in its activism.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
6 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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Or at least reasons that seemed to matter a lot more before everything in college sports became so brazenly commodified with conference realignment, etc.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2026
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In fact, when the attacks become brazenly personal, voters may be more likely to view the object of scrutiny with greater sympathy.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2026
Adverb
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Tanner plunges into these ostentatiously autobiographical roles, heedlessly, hectically and without a psychiatric net.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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There was Anthony Edwards brashly asking Watson if the Nuggets planned to foul up three at the end of regulation, before draining an incredible shot to force overtime.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2026
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Some are steeping themselves in traditional ingredients and cooking techniques, while others are brashly striking out to forge creative new styles.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The floor was covered with water, and the guard was thoughtlessly dropping files into it.—
Amer Matar,
The Dial,
26 May 2026
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There is a deep care and respect in every choice made, and no change is made lightly, no cut is made thoughtlessly.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Imprudently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imprudently. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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