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willy-nilly
01
without a choice or control over something
Example
He was appointed to the position willy-nilly, without being given the chance to decline.
The company had to comply with the new regulations willy-nilly.
02
in a disorganized or unplanned way
Example
He threw the ingredients into the pot willy-nilly, creating a unique but unpredictable dish.
The project timeline was extended willy-nilly, without a clear plan for task completion.
