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incorrect

[in-kuh-rekt] / ˌɪn kəˈrɛkt /


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What won't be changing: Unlike at the World Cup, there will be no VAR interventions on incorrect corners or red cards for players who cover their mouth in a confrontational situation.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

Some estimates made by Doge, the body charged with reducing US government spending, that it saved billions of dollars are "incorrect or lack supporting evidence", a watchdog has found.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

But a diplomatic source told AFP the calculation was incorrect.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

Nowadays, ABS has the ability to overturn incorrect strike calls on pitches that miss by a tenth of an inch, requiring all umpires to conform to the official zone.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

I say ridge; the word perhaps gives an incorrect impression of how steep the rise from the shore was.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel




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