misunderstanding
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In 2022, during the last review of the treaty that is considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned humanity was "one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation."
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
John added: "It is incredible that Rory could go to jail on a charge where the injured party says she knows it is a misunderstanding - and does not want to press charges."
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
Such analysis is “inaccurate,” Mr. Gibbs says, and ultimately leads to a fundamental misunderstanding of how rhythms interact in black music.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
The piece argues that Becerra’s response to a question about streaming habits revealed a fundamental misunderstanding of voter expectations and human connection.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
The chief explained to everyone that there had been a misunderstanding and that we were only children looking for safety.
From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah
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