as in mistake
an unintentional departure from truth or accuracy
an unfortunate inaccuracy in the report
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Recent Examples of inaccuracy
This story has been updated to correct an inaccuracy.
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Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Real Brokerage disputed the allegations and said media reports contain inaccuracies.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The inaccuracy was first pointed out by attorneys representing Portland and Oregon, who argued the figure was central to the appeals court ruling.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 29 Jan. 2026
The many myths and inaccuracies that surrounded him not only disguised the bloody, chaotic and cynical reality of Ramírez’s activities, but greatly assisted them.
—Literary Hub, 16 Jan. 2026
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Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Real Brokerage disputed the allegations and said media reports contain inaccuracies.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The inaccuracy was first pointed out by attorneys representing Portland and Oregon, who argued the figure was central to the appeals court ruling.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 29 Jan. 2026
The many myths and inaccuracies that surrounded him not only disguised the bloody, chaotic and cynical reality of Ramírez’s activities, but greatly assisted them.
—Literary Hub, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inaccuracy
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
Noun
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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
Noun
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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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“Inaccuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inaccuracy. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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