by mistake
Example Sentences
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Well, dear reader, I took a break, too—from What’s News—to write about great innovations that were discovered by mistake.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
"No one remained imprisoned by mistake: the people were released," said Morando.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
Sydney police have appealed for the return of an 85-year-old whom they believe was kidnapped by mistake.
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
When these files were released, a number of things seemed to have been released by mistake.
From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026
Lyra was afraid he’d fire his rifle by mistake, but as soon as he’d spoken he hastened inside his house and shut the door.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
