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Negligence
01
the failure to give enough attention or care to someone or something, particularly someone or something one has responsibility for
Examples
The lifeguard 's momentary negligence was enough for the swimmer to struggle unnoticed.
The accident at the playground was attributed to the school 's negligence in maintaining the equipment.
02
the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern
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