misstep

Example Sentences

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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

They’re stumbling through choreography, rehearsing and laughing with each misstep.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

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

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

I’m too stunned to consider ways to salvage any cell-block pride out of my misstep.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz