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as in stumbles
to make a mistake
we badly erred when we calculated the driving distance
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as in falls
to commit an offense
when we err, we must be willing to accept the consequences
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Recent Examples of errs
While some initial tingling is normal, rest assured that aloe vera, honey, and vitamin E soothe and add moisture back into the skin—great news for those whose skin errs on the drier side.
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 28 Feb. 2026
The traditional Republican/conservative stance historically errs in favor of personal civil liberties.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026
The business judgment rule protects directors from personal liability if the board errs, and courts have repeatedly given wide deference to HOA decisions made within the rule.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
The Business Judgment Rule protects directors from personal liability if the board errs, and courts have repeatedly given wide deference to HOA decisions made within the BJR.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 16 Jan. 2026
If the Fed errs in setting rates, inflation could surge or job losses could mount.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026
Doran also errs in accusing the Arab states of distorting the meaning of UN Security Council Resolution 242.
—Tarek Osman, Foreign Affairs, 13 Apr. 2020
The Currents errs only in the final act, positing an explanation for Lina’s state that tips the screenplay’s delicate balance of elusiveness and legibility too far toward the latter.
—Jon Frosch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Annie Blackman, Allure, 28 Feb. 2026
The traditional Republican/conservative stance historically errs in favor of personal civil liberties.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026
The business judgment rule protects directors from personal liability if the board errs, and courts have repeatedly given wide deference to HOA decisions made within the rule.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
The Business Judgment Rule protects directors from personal liability if the board errs, and courts have repeatedly given wide deference to HOA decisions made within the BJR.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 16 Jan. 2026
If the Fed errs in setting rates, inflation could surge or job losses could mount.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026
Doran also errs in accusing the Arab states of distorting the meaning of UN Security Council Resolution 242.
—Tarek Osman, Foreign Affairs, 13 Apr. 2020
The Currents errs only in the final act, positing an explanation for Lina’s state that tips the screenplay’s delicate balance of elusiveness and legibility too far toward the latter.
—Jon Frosch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for errs
Verb
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As Laugier’s story continues, the man wanders through a forest, stumbles upon fallen branches, and has an epiphany.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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Expecting dull days and strict rules, the boy instead stumbles into a world of delightful chaos and imagination – where outrageous stories are spun, and a world of wonder, memory and mischief unfolds.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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On both sides of the street, the sidewalk rises and falls, uprooted and cracked by shallow roots because over many decades, the trees were not properly maintained.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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The youngest Issa falls somewhere in between her sisters’ styles.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Verb
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If the creditor fumbles the process, then an otherwise valid and collectible debt may be barred.—
Virginia Hammerle,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Sonny feels like a departure; unlike Bernthal’s mercenaries, Sonny fumbles with his gun, has a bleeding heart, and lays his vulnerabilities bare.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The New Zealand singer-songwriter wanders around inside her psychedelic folk arrangements, singing in private riddles and changing the tone of her voice from one song (or even one verse) to the next, seemingly oblivious or indifferent to your presence.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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For animal lovers, there’s a house cat that wanders the property, and morning walks may include up-close encounters with Highland cows or a free-roaming peacock.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
7 May 2026
Verb
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And, there's such a thing as guys trips only.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Plus, the amount of walking that Japan trips require is no joke.—
Elaina Verhoff,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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John DeWitt, the four-star general who oversaw the internment program, in particular, seems to be a forerunner to some of America's worst errors, paranoia, sins.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
1 Dec. 2025
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God’s likeness, which is our true, spiritual identity, never sins and is never punished.—
Tony Lobl,
Christian Science Monitor,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Her family had 15 cats and several dogs, most of them strays.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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The Alma set is an elevated geometric option for the person who prefers a pattern that strays from the traditional stripe or floral.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Errs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errs. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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