miscalculation
Example Sentences
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"The two sides underscored the importance of maintaining peace, security, and stability in the region, reducing the risk of miscalculation, and sustaining dialogue on matters of mutual concern," the statement read.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
Yet for every miscalculation, salutatory global forces have been at work in America’s favor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
In light of the still-ongoing backlash, one may reasonably wonder whether Sony made a severe miscalculation here, and whether it may end up listening to the fans and readjusting accordingly.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
They know that a full-out nuclear war would end civilization, so the risk isn’t so much a purposeful sneak attack by one country against one or two of the others, it’s a miscalculation.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
Six hours, and one miscalculation could wreck a ship in sight of home.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
