faux pas
Example Sentences
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When a nameless secretary drops a sheaf of papers, Kornev’s response to help is instinctive, yet we cringe at the careless faux pas he commits in this unfeeling society.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 26, 2026
"A different style and completely different colours," Andy chuckled - his wife Danni only spotted the faux pas when she got to the school gates.
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2026
The faux pas happened during a show on Gass’ birthday in Sydney, Australia.
From Salon ● Jan. 21, 2026
For centuries, appearing in public without the proper headgear was a faux pas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
The faux pas slipped out when Francis mentioned Griffith’s calculations.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
