miscalculation
Example Sentences
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But when it comes to something you started through a combination of your own hubris, miscalculation and ineptitude, the challenge is especially daunting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
"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 know that a full-out nuclear war would end civilization, so the risk isn’t so much a purposeful sneak attack by one country against one or two of the others, it’s a miscalculation.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
“This miscalculation has nothing to do with math.”
From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty
