mistake
1 of 2noun/mɪˈsteɪk/
Forms:mistakes
1
an act or opinion that is wrong
B1- Recognizing and admitting your mistakes is the first step toward personal growth.
- Making a mistake doesn't define your worth; it's an opportunity to learn and improve.
- It's important to take responsibility for your mistakes rather than shifting blame onto others.
- Learning from past mistakes can help you avoid similar pitfalls in the future.
- A culture that encourages risk-taking and learning from mistakes fosters innovation and creativity.
2
a specific part of a statement, calculation, or document that is not correct
- There is a mistake in the third line of your essay.
- The accountant found a mistake in the financial report.
- Correct the mistakes in your homework before submission.
- One mistake on the form can delay the application.
- The typo was a small mistake but confusing to readers.
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