misstep
Example Sentences
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Critics say the mayor’s missteps have undermined public confidence in the rebuilding process.
From Los Angeles Times
Confusion, missteps and a lack of communication and coordination by local officials created a harrowing, disorganized evacuation for residents of Pacific Palisades and Malibu.
From Los Angeles Times
Critics in and outside the Palisades say the mayor’s missteps have undermined public confidence in the rebuilding process.
From Los Angeles Times
Moore had signaled before his appointment was confirmed last month that he was troubled by the LAFD’s missteps with the Lachman fire and was going to bring in an outside organization to investigate.
From Los Angeles Times
Then, the missteps began to come to light.
From Salon
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