misstep

Example Sentences

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While the reasons for his dismissal aren’t clear, his appointment appears to be another misstep by the board, she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 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

There wasn’t one misstep or a single failure that led to the tragedy that will forever haunt Frank Perez.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

I can see his every misstep, every considered lie, every return to truth.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson