miscalculation

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In 2022, during the last review of the treaty that is considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned humanity was "one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation."

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

The result of this miscalculation may very well be catastrophic.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Sora now looks like an expensive strategic miscalculation, one that was led by key employees who were at the center of the AI talent war raging across Silicon Valley.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Still, in pursuing their asymmetric strategy, Tehran’s commanders made one miscalculation.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

At some point the good sheriff will make a mistake, some gross miscalculation, reveal some weakness, and that's when we'll find our freedom.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland