mishap

Example Sentences

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"If people asked what had happened, I would joke about a shaving mishap rather than admit the real reason."

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

The agency said in its statement: "While there were no injuries and the mission regained control prior to docking, this highest-level classification designation recognises there was potential for a significant mishap."

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

One day a mishap while shooting a stunt that relies on DeMarr’s power for a movie leaves the fictional version of Gad trapped inside him.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

“Despite any finger pointing internally following this mishap, this is not the fault of any hard-working employees,” he continued.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

Against all logic, on the second try the bird lifted off without mishap and with a certain elegance, accompanied by the creaking of its skeleton and the roar of its motor.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende