accidentally
/əˈkɪdəntəli/ · ac.cid.en.tal.ly
adverb
- in a way that is not planned or intended She accidentally locked her keys in the car.
adverb
- in a way that is not expected or intended He accidentally spilled coffee on his shirt.
noun
- an event that occurs unexpectedly or by chance The fire was caused by an accidental electrical fault.
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Did you know? The word 'accidentally' has been used in various contexts, including literature and everyday conversation, to describe events that occur without prior intention or planning.