miscalculation
Example Sentences
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One official highlighted the risks of that Russian strategy leading to a miscalculation -which could spark a military confrontation.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
"The two sides underscored the importance of maintaining peace, security, and stability in the region, reducing the risk of miscalculation, and sustaining dialogue on matters of mutual concern," the statement read.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
Yet for every miscalculation, salutatory global forces have been at work in America’s favor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
In light of the still-ongoing backlash, one may reasonably wonder whether Sony made a severe miscalculation here, and whether it may end up listening to the fans and readjusting accordingly.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
His reports home counseled patience, based on the growing recognition within the Directory that the bribery demand had been a terrible miscalculation.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
