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erroneous

[ih-roh-nee-uhs, e-roh-] / ɪˈroʊ ni əs, ɛˈroʊ- /


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Never mind that the system is far from reliable when it comes to aircraft ID, and erroneous bills are a growing problem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The Justices’ attorney said they believe the FDA’s finding is erroneous and have appealed it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

In a statement the Senegalese government said the "unprecedented and exceptionally serious decision" was based on "a manifestly erroneous interpretation of the regulations, leading to a grossly illegal and deeply unjust decision".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Aetna allegedly submitted erroneous morbid obesity codes that were inconsistent with members’ BMIs from 2018 to 2023.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The age listed is erroneous, a detail few readers perceive.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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