Use of the word headlong in a sentence example

headlong

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Never mind that the map of Europe is turning blue and that social democratic collectivism is in headlong retreat. [adjective]

On the other hand to rely on such an outcome is to descend headlong into parliamentary cretinism. [adjective]

Uncas abandoned his rifle, and leaped forward with headlong precipitation. [adjective]

The foremost Indian bounded like a stricken deer, and fell headlong among the clefts of the island. [adjective]

Duncan thrust forth a foot, and the shock precipitated the eager savage headlong, many feet in advance of his intended victim. [adjective]

What can be done to stop him from running headlong on ruin. [adjective]

In the midst of the panic a body plunged or was pitched headlong down the hatchway, falling near Ben-Hur. [adjective]

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