lapse

Example Sentences

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With his mind busy on Iran, Trump could perhaps have been excused for another lapse when it came to Irish politics.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The original contract, which is set to lapse at the end of the month, was for about $90 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

The Texas Republican, who is married with six children, said the relationship with married staff member Regina Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide last year, was a "mistake" and a "lapse in judgement".

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Allan said the lapse would erode mission readiness and cripple morale.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

“I don’t think you ought to see things like that,” he said, making haste to transfer from Lenina herself to the surrounding circumstances the blame for any past or possible future lapse from perfection.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley