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incorrectly

ADVERB
mistakenly
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Supply shocks are notoriously hard for a central bank; if the Fed tightens incorrectly consumers could end up with fewer products because of the shock and less credit because of the Fed.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

He has incorrectly built his Lego fire truck.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

If installed incorrectly it can lead to condensation which can affect roof structure.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

An earlier version of this article incorrectly said it expected between $31 billion and $36 billion.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

She’d heard some Healers could match one person’s blood to another’s, but if it was done incorrectly, it was as good as poisoning the patient.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo




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