as in mistake
a socially improper or unsuitable act or remark
according to an oft-told story, the queen set a guest at ease about a faux pas by politely imitating it
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Recent Examples of faux pas
Dark Granite Countertops Dark granite countertops are another design faux pas to avoid if timeless and sophisticated is the goal, Vanderford says.
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Cori Sears, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
Her only — if any — press faux pas has been her reiteration of her continued support for and friendship with Ye.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 14 Jan. 2026
Long are the days when baring your bra or undies out in public are considered a fashion faux pas.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
Never make a charcuterie faux pas again.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for faux pas
Cori Sears, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
Her only — if any — press faux pas has been her reiteration of her continued support for and friendship with Ye.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 14 Jan. 2026
Long are the days when baring your bra or undies out in public are considered a fashion faux pas.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
Never make a charcuterie faux pas again.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for faux pas
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faux pas
Noun
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Yet another defensive mistake by Baylor opened the door for the Longhorns to add on.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
1 Mar. 2026
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Find the groups without making four mistakes.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Sadly, Israel will eventually not be as lucky as Magoo, who always manages to walk away from his blunders unscathed.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Soundstages in Los Angeles would be busy, thousands of people would be working in those few months early in the year, producing shows that ranged from all-time classics to all-time blunders.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Feb. 2026
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Industry guidance from Innovative Toll Solutions says common errors include misread license plates, toll tags that aren’t properly registered, duplicate transactions, or system glitches.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Feb. 2026
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Duran, who is in contention for a roster spot, had two iffy throws defensively in attempts to get a pair of speedy runners out, though neither were technically ruled an error.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Feb. 2026
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