err

Example Sentences

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“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

Going forward, with these friends or any others, I’d err on the side of being overly communicative.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026

“The guidelines err in promoting meat and dairy products, which are principal drivers of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity,” Neal Barnard, president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

"We're a week away from the Test series - always err on the side of caution," said Cummins.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

She wasn’t sure if an apprentice warranted the title of “Your Honor,” but it couldn’t hurt to err on the side of respect.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman