haphazardry

noun

Definition of haphazardrynext
as in uncertainty

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  1. uncertainty
  2. randomness
  3. accident
  4. hazard
  5. luck
Noun
  • In addition to hurting consumers, Bird asserts that the uncertainty, along with Paramount’s $7 million ticking fee, will pull down an industry that’s just starting to get back on its feet.
    — Jack Dunn, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Businesses and consumers are caught in the middle, facing uncertainty about how much prices may increase.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 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
  • Near-death experiences are frequently triggered by a life-threatening event, such as cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury or a car accident.
    — Michael Collins, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The Unicorn Gundam wasn’t chosen by accident either; like the Nu Gundam, the Unicorn Gundam is one of the most popular designs in terms of model kit and toy sales.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of accident
Noun
  • The catastrophe follows similar floods last year and underscores how a rapidly warming Himalaya — with faster glacier melt and extreme weather — is turning vital river corridors into deadly hazard zones.
    — Niranjan Shrestha, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Many schools have strict regulations against certain electronics and appliances in order to keep campus safe from fire hazards and other concerns.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of hazard
Noun
  • If Dublin has any luck left for underdogs, Belichick could certainly use some.
    — Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Games that involve equal parts strategy and luck are ideal for groups that meet regularly.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
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“Haphazardry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haphazardry. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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