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errant

[er-uhnt] / ˈɛr ənt /


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Then, an errant throw by Baltimore right fielder Tyler O’Neill allowed Ryan Ward to score and seal the Dodgers’ 6-5 win over the Orioles.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 20, 2026

When errant, injured, or wildfire-hurt bears or mountain lions wander into Tahoe communities, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife rescues the animals and determines if they can be released back into the wild.

From MarketWatch Jun. 1, 2026

Excuse them, like they popped out of his mouth like an errant burp.

From Slate May 6, 2026

But he managed to recover from errant tee shots and duly attacked when in position.

From BBC Apr. 9, 2026

Principal Principal spots another errant student in the hall.

From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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