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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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Bleeding heavily, Waaler stumbles into a corridor and slowly takes his last breath as Hole, who jumped out at the floor above and ran back downstairs, watches, gun in hand.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2026
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If the student stumbles, the AI agent gives them clues, along with criticism and positive feedback.—
Jocelyn Gecker,
Fortune,
25 Mar. 2026
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That means Easter Sunday never falls later than April 25.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
4 Apr. 2026
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On shrill winter nights, Moscow’s power is conspicuous, its Orthodox cathedrals and Stalinist high-rises illuminated, though the view falls dim in the autumn and spring, shrouded in sheets of greige.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 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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The next morning, Greg wanders across campus in his rumpled suit.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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As the pensive Moon wanders into your vocal 3rd house, your mind buzzes with activity.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Nor is the scene in which Cory trips on mushrooms on Hollywood Boulevard (which is probably true of half the people walking there).—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Mar. 2026
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That's honestly great news for tailors and anyone who regularly trips over their own feet.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
7 Mar. 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
Verb
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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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