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mistake

[mi-steyk] / mɪˈsteɪk /




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In a February town hall with Gates Foundation employees, Gates acknowledged it was a mistake to meet with Epstein and said he had not engaged in any illicit conduct.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Pratt’s first mistake was thinking that Angelenos wanted a campaign of wanton rage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Booking more than eight months in advance — a mistake many travellers make — or waiting until too close to departure can both result in higher prices.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Gates has publicly expressed regret for his dealings with Epstein, which he has said were a mistake and didn’t involve illicit conduct.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Caesar’s words are so soft, I almost mistake them for a breeze.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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