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mistake

[mi-steyk] / mɪˈsteɪk /




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Pratt’s first mistake was thinking that Angelenos wanted a campaign of wanton rage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

His mistake is one people often make, not apologizing when the only right thing to do is apologize.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Booking more than eight months in advance — a mistake many travellers make — or waiting until too close to departure can both result in higher prices.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Wolff held his hand up and said it was "clearly our mistake".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“You’re never going to forgive me, are you? I made one mistake, and now you’re gonna hold it against me for the rest of my life?!”

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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