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inaccuracy

[in-ak-yer-uh-see] / ɪnˈæk jər ə si /


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The regulator, which received two complaints about the broadcast, said the "very significant inaccuracy" and the "considerable length of time" taken to acknowledge the error breached two of its rules.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

It described the false announcement as a "very significant inaccuracy" on a matter of "very high public interest".

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

“Regardless of the inaccuracy of the reporting, but mindful of the political reality it will inflict, we are taking time to reflect on the best path forward.”

From Salon Jul. 6, 2026

Does the inaccuracy or unfairness of an underlying conviction count as an “extraordinary and compelling reason” for compassionate release?

From Slate May 29, 2026

Clumsy inaccuracy can spoil that air of authority you’re shooting for.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

Ilagan has denied the allegations, and Lilley has said the report contained inaccuracies.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2026

The Palantir board strongly urged shareholders to vote down the proposals, saying they were “predicated on misunderstandings and inaccuracies about Palantir’s work.”

From Barron's Jun. 12, 2026

Exercise habits were self reported, which can introduce inaccuracies.

From Science Daily Jun. 12, 2026

It isn’t foolproof, but it usually flags at least a few inaccuracies.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 21, 2026

The committee was brusque, thorough, and relentless in rooting out inaccuracies, inconsistencies, incomprehensible statements, and illogical conclusions obscured by technical gibberish.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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