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err

[ur, er] / ɜr, ɛr /


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Where sweaty digital executives err, Rahma thinks, is aiming too low.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

People don’t know how long they will live, so they err on the side of caution.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

There were occasions when Wales attacked freely under Rob Page – wins over Croatia and Finland come to mind – but they tended to err on the side of caution under Bellamy's predecessor.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“But we do have the luxury of trying to err on the side of caution. ... We are certainly better when he’s pitching for us, when he’s active.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Her brother’s recommendation was enough to ensure her favour; his judgement could not err.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen




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