reckless driving

noun

: the act of driving a car in a dangerous manner

She has gotten two tickets for reckless driving.

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Many accidents are attributed to reckless driving, inadequate road maintenance, and the use of aging vehicles. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024 Jordan was arrested on suspicion of false reporting, reckless driving and two counts of disorderly conduct. —

Elena Santa Cruz, The Arizona Republic, 31 Oct. 2024 He's also led bipartisan bills signed into law by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, including increasing penalties for reckless driving and creating a grant program to help low-income students pay for driver's education. —

Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 25 Oct. 2024 Seven people were arrested between Sept. 15 and Sept. 16 on charges including reckless driving and resisting law enforcement. —

Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reckless driving

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