miscommunication

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The party has since told the BBC that this had been a "miscommunication".

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“Whether it’s a relationship or a friendship, so many people are afraid of being clear, and that’s where all the miscommunication comes from — when we start overthinking,” she says.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

He has conducted his several calls with Rodríguez in Spanish to limit the risk of miscommunication, according to administration officials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

He said the investigation stems from a miscommunication with a fellow-beach goer that took place while he and his teenage daughter, who is interested in marine biology, were looking at a dead seal.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2025

“I’m sure it was just a miscommunication and he’ll be found in no time.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin