misstep

Example Sentences

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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

Critics say the prime minister has swerved from one policy misstep to another during his 22 months at the helm.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

But the company made a big strategic misstep, experts say, by focusing on mainstream routes instead of winning over customers who were looking to fly out of underserved locations.

From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026

This is a strange misstep, for Mr. Stuttard is impressively well-versed in scholarship about the ancient world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The brilliant young organizer was experimenting, and always hoping that a misstep wouldn’t cause the entire enterprise to blow up in his face.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson