gaffe

Example Sentences

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The gaffe became a defining moment of Quayle’s term.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

The “Cold Mountain” gaffe was a rare instance of a “Good Hang” research flub, one that inadvertently managed to illuminate more of Paltrow’s self-perception.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

But the bizarre gaffe by the Dane sparked outrage from Tottenham fans on social media, leaving Frank with more awkward questions to answer following the latest wretched result of his troubled reign.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

Ernest Dukes, who represents Babyface, shared a clip of the gaffe on his Instagram story, writing “bring back professionalism” and calling the AP reporters’ behavior “beyond wack” and “beyond disrespectful.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2025

Boats passed out of the harbor and into the harbor and each one slowed to remark on my sailing gaffe and give me advice.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos