mistake
Example Sentences
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Booking more than eight months in advance — a mistake many travellers make — or waiting until too close to departure can both result in higher prices.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Then a costly mistake gifted them one more win—and brought their first championship in 53 years within reach.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Defence solicitor Paul Anderson said the offence had been a "genuine mistake" and that no foreign crewmen were aboard.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
But make no mistake: dropping Messi from the lineup is strictly out of the question.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
“You will not make the same mistake again, will you, cadets?” he asked.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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