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
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 could enter agreements that made accidental wars, and wars by miscalculation or misapprehension, far less dangerous.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
“It is a very fragile situation. This equilibrium is not stable because of the risk of miscalculation and unwanted escalation,” said Hamidreza Azizi, a visiting fellow at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
Theo was being patched up in the hospital emergency room after a slight miscalculation in his "solution" experiment.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
