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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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Set during the summer of 1975, Sessa stars as a 19-year-old Bourdain who travels to Provincetown and stumbles into the chaotic world of a restaurant kitchen.—
Marc Malkin,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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After an embarrassing encounter — Wells, working as a janitor, stumbles upon Graham naked in the locker room — the two make an arrangement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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Chelsea’s squad demographic falls somewhere in between but is probably closer to the former than the latter, and a football legend with his resume should not encounter the authority problems faced by owner BlueCo’s previous hires.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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And that’s why—but that doesn’t make sense because the money falls from the ceiling.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
16 May 2026
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The movie fumbles the chance to do something arresting with this seminal period in art.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
12 May 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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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
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Luckily, The Danna is perfectly placed for good day trips out.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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Also trips to Arizona and a matchup with Illinois in Chicago to complete home-and-home agreements from last season.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
29 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
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 18 May. 2026.
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