miscalculate

Example Sentences

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But there are a lot of people looking over their shoulder, going, “Wait, did we miscalculate? Are we on the wrong side of things?”

From Slate • May 30, 2025

Every time any actor decides to roll the iron dice of war, there is a significant chance that they are going to miscalculate.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2024

Hard-headed governments regularly miscalculate the risks of their most provocative acts.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2023

The four-star commander said he is concerned North Korean leaders will miscalculate or mistakenly believe that the escalation of a conflict can be controlled.

From Washington Times • Apr. 19, 2023

I ain’t partial to swords—the time on the reverse is too long if you miscalculate your swing—but it’s better than a couple of rusty gardening blades.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland