PECCADILLOES Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

peccadilloes

noun

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plural of peccadillo

as in crimes

a small mistake or fault that is not regarded as very bad or serious His political career was marked by numerous peccadillos, but no huge scandals.

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Recent Examples of peccadilloes There are, of course, peccadilloes in any minor-league park. — Levi Weaver, New York Times, 9 June 2026

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Noun

For Luis Javier Santos, the former head of UFERCO who investigated the case against Hernández, the former leader’s return represents a failure to prosecute him for his crimes, rather than a chance for justice.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 July 2026
Because of his previous felonies, though none for violent crimes, Pfister could now be defined as a habitual offender under Michigan law and faces prison.

— Kyung Lah, CNN Money, 25 July 2026

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Headline figures such as tasks completed, queries handled or hours saved can look impressive while concealing errors, rework, poor customer outcomes and escalating operating expenses.

— Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
High jump is a technical event — while physiology matters, the winner tends to be decided by who can best correct their errors as the bar goes up.

— Liam Tharme, New York Times, 25 July 2026

Definition of errors

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For all of his foibles and his indifference to practice, Allen Iverson will forever be more beloved here than Donovan McNabb.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
The film, which debuts on Apple TV on July 24, serves as a sweet ode to this burgeoning pastime, while still poking fun at its foibles.

— Sean Gregory, Time, 23 July 2026

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