slipup

Example Sentences

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Due to some sort of slipup in the production room, Dokoupil thought he was instead pivoting to the embattled Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota.

From Slate • Jan. 6, 2026

One dismissed the non-notification as “a minor slipup by administrators,” minor because its consequences were not “catastrophic.”

From Washington Post • Jan. 13, 2023

The slipup involving his dad’s name prompted a smile.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2022

Georgia-Georgia Tech is the biggest apparent mismatch, but the top-ranked Bulldogs don't want a slipup of any sort ahead of the SEC championship game against Alabama.

From Fox News • Nov. 24, 2021

“There’s no turning back, Nell. Once you arrive in Philadelphia, you are to assume your new identity wholly. One slipup, and the entire case will be in jeopardy.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan