misstep
Example Sentences
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That imbalance is precisely why “Supergirl” being a flagrant misstep is such a disappointment.
From Salon ● Jun. 27, 2026
That now looks a colossal misstep from the Scottish champions, given the bargain McGinn has proved to be south of the border.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2026
What was that first big mistake or misstep that you made in those early years that you still think about?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2026
The effect instead is one of claustrophobia, an especially embarrassing misstep when it comes to a work about liberation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
Despite my good intentions, I often blunder, misstep, and stumble.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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