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Word entry · 7 letters

misstep

Best crossword clue

"Embarrassing error"

7 letters · collected on this word page

7 lettersPronunciation /ˈmɪs.stɛp/Part of speech nounSorted eimpsstStarts with MEnds with P1 cluesCommon crossword word
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"Embarrassing error"2 answers
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Filled answer is this word (MISSTEP).

Definitions

  1. an unintentional but embarrassing blunder

Word origin

From mis- + step.

Used in a sentence

  • On a high ledge, a misstep could be fatal.
  • […] burdened as he was, he did not think of length or height or toil. He remembered only to avoid a misstep and to keep his direction.
  • His comment was a misstep that could cost him dearly.

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