Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

mishap

[mis-hap, mis-hap] / ˈmɪs hæp, mɪsˈhæp /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

However, Clear Street analyst Greg Pendy sees the Blue Origin mishap as an opportunity for Rocket Lab to seize market share.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The National Election Commission apologised after 14 polling stations in Seoul ran out of ballot papers in an unprecedented mishap blamed on a failure to anticipate turnout.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Although many crashed or collided with robot brethren, Lightning avoided a serious mishap and crossed the finish line in 50 minutes, 26 seconds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

In this way they reached the stables without mishap and the horse cantered in proudly to his usual place in the row.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith




Vocabulary lists containing mishap


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "mishap" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com