as in mistake
an unintentional departure from truth or accuracy
an unfortunate inaccuracy in the report
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Recent Examples of inaccuracy
These inaccuracies regarding my son Sean’s upbringing and family life is intentionally done to mislead viewers and further harm our reputation.
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2025
The researchers cited data inaccuracies in the first paper, particularly with underlying economic data for Uzbekistan between 1995 and 1999 that had a large influence on the results, and that their analysis had underestimated statistical uncertainty.
—CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
On the podcast, the tech billionaire emphasized the importance of ensuring AI technologies pursue truth instead of repeating inaccuracies.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2025
Most recently, a November 11 statement attributed to the show’s crew condemned Cheng’s recordings as purportedly having deliberate edits, containing numerous inaccuracies, and being illegally taken and released without the consent of the involved individuals.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2025
The researchers cited data inaccuracies in the first paper, particularly with underlying economic data for Uzbekistan between 1995 and 1999 that had a large influence on the results, and that their analysis had underestimated statistical uncertainty.
—CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
On the podcast, the tech billionaire emphasized the importance of ensuring AI technologies pursue truth instead of repeating inaccuracies.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 2 Dec. 2025
Most recently, a November 11 statement attributed to the show’s crew condemned Cheng’s recordings as purportedly having deliberate edits, containing numerous inaccuracies, and being illegally taken and released without the consent of the involved individuals.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inaccuracy
Noun
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One of the biggest mistakes people make with space heaters is using an extension cord.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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Jake returns to 2011 with the intention of going back to 1960 and doing it all over again, this time without making the mistakes that led to Sadie's death.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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On the ground, first responders described how Watch Duty’s real-time wildfire mapping and alert app has become indispensable when fast-moving fires leave little room for hesitation or error.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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This story has been updated to correct an error.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
16 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The governor refused to answer reporter questions on if whoever was responsible for the buyout blunder faced any disciplinary action, instead just confirming that action has been taken.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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Experts say that the painful blunder could undercut trust in the agency and lead to confusion.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Inaccuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inaccuracy. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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