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mishap

[mis-hap, mis-hap] / ˈmɪs hæp, mɪsˈhæp /


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However, Clear Street analyst Greg Pendy sees the Blue Origin mishap as an opportunity for Rocket Lab to seize market share.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The Federal Aviation Administration said Monday it is requiring Blue Origin to conduct a "mishap investigation" after the space company's New Glenn rocket failed to deliver a communications satellite into the correct orbit.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Although many crashed or collided with robot brethren, Lightning avoided a serious mishap and crossed the finish line in 50 minutes, 26 seconds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

The team was able to make light of the mishap.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

No mishap had befallen him or his cargo.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park




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