lapse

Example Sentences

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With his mind busy on Iran, Trump could perhaps have been excused for another lapse when it came to Irish politics.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The original contract, which is set to lapse at the end of the month, was for about $90 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

The current funding lapse represents the second extended shutdown for TSA workers in less than six months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

The Texas Republican, who is married with six children, said the relationship with married staff member Regina Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide last year, was a "mistake" and a "lapse in judgement".

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

As mysteriously as he’d let his visa lapse, he found he could do nothing about it.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen