Headlong and Offhanded

Headlong

Headlong adjective - Acting or done with excessive or careless speed.
Usage example: terrified forest creatures in a headlong retreat from the rapidly spreading fire

Offhanded and headlong are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Offhanded" instead an adjective "Headlong".

Offhanded

Offhanded adjective - Made or done without previous thought or preparation.
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Synonyms for Offhanded

Headlong and offhanded are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Headlong" instead an adjective "Offhanded".

Nearby Words: offhand, offhandedly
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Offhanded or Headlong. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/headlong/offhanded.
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