make a mistake
Example Sentences
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"In Monaco, the walls are closer, but because you're going far slower, if you make a mistake, you're not into the wall as quickly, and you can recover it sometimes, a small lock-up," he said.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
When people fail or make a mistake, they can become very emotional and blame the new culture and country.
From Salon ● Jul. 11, 2026
If you stay on your line you can't make a mistake, but he showed maturity and bravery.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
A common one: If I make a mistake because of AI, who is responsible?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Usually, when we make a mistake like that on bars, we fall safely into the spongy foam underneath.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
