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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
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The action film stars Bob Odenkirk as a small town sheriff who stumbles on a larger conspiracy following a local bank robbery.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
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Based on a true story, Erin Brockovich follows the titular law firm worker who stumbles upon records involving the Pacific Gas & Electric Company's culpability in a contamination incident.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Apr. 2026
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Grapevine surges from behind, falls short Lake Creek provided most of the pressure early in the match, keeping the ball in Grapevine’s end and getting off six shots before the Mustangs started pressing in the 26th minute.—
Charles Baggarly & Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, once an aristocratic mansion, falls somewhere between the avant-garde works at the Reina Sofia and the traditional Spanish art at the Prado.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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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
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In the clip, Rodrigo wanders through the Palace of Versailles, running from room to room before strapping on a pink guitar and rocking out.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
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The 56-year-old Williams has since found his mind often wanders through hazes of grief to memories of Thomas.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
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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
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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
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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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Bridget Woodman, with the research group Zero Carbon Analytics, said that as the world strays farther off track from its climate goals, nuclear can look deceptively more enticing than other less risky alternatives, like renewable energy.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Mar. 2026
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