Definition of mishap
1 : an unfortunate accident The fire was a tragic mishap that could have been prevented.
2 : bad luck : misfortune The ceremony proceeded without mishap.
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Examples of mishap in a Sentence
We experienced the usual mishaps of a family vacation.
The ceremony proceeded without mishap.
The fire was a tragic mishap that could have been prevented.
Recent Examples of mishap from the Web
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Despite this mishap, Justin's an advocate for safety behind the wheel.
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The most serious mishap occurred on Oct. 6, 2010, as residents Lloyd and Maureen McKee were flying their Piper PA-32R-300 to Pittsburgh.
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Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
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The theme park is part of Six Flags Entertainment Corp., based in Grand Prairie, which is not unfamiliar with ride mishaps.
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In 2013, according to online FBI figures, only two officers were killed when mistakenly shot as a result of crossfire, mistaken for a subject, or involved in other firearm mishaps.
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The royal family made a stately appearance at the Royal Ascot on Tuesday, but a minor clumsy mishap occurred behind the scenes.
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The mishap took place at 31-25 28th Road in Long Island City around 3:40 p.m., when a crane operator accidentally dropped the bundle onto the building’s top floor, according to the FDNY.
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The reason: The Kings finally find their point guard after years of mishaps at the position. 6.
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First Known Use of mishap
14th century
Synonym Discussion of mishap
MISHAP Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of mishap for English Language Learners
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: a small mistake or amount of bad luck
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: an unlucky accident or mistake
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