Mistakes And Errors

noun a mess or confusion

verb to make a mess of something, to ruin or spoil

• He managed to bollix up the presentation by forgetting key points.
• I completely bollixed up my interview by rambling on about irrelevant things.
• I bollixed up the recipe by adding too much salt.
• She bollixed up her chances of promotion by constantly arriving late to work.

noun A mistake or failure typically caused by incompetence or carelessness

verb To carry out a task clumsily or incompetently, leading to a mistake or failure

• The new employee managed to bungle the presentation by forgetting key points.
• I always seem to bungle things up when I'm in a rush.
• Don't bungle this opportunity, it's a once in a lifetime chance.
• His attempt to cover up the mistake only served to bungle things further.

noun a misstep or blunder

• Making a false step in the negotiation process could jeopardize the entire deal.
• Be careful not to make a false step when you're walking on that slippery floor.
• If you take a false step in that situation, you're screwed.
• In life, a false step can sometimes lead to unexpected opportunities.

noun a mistake or error, especially one caused by clumsiness or lack of skill

• The presenter managed to flub his lines during the important conference.
• I always flub my lines when I'm nervous on stage.
• Don't worry if you flub your lines, just keep going and no one will notice.
• She really flubbed her chance to impress the boss with her lack of preparation.

noun a mistake or error in revealing information

verb to accidentally reveal or disclose information

• She accidentally let slip some confidential information during the meeting.
• I can't believe you let slip about the surprise party!
• I really let slip that I was going to quit my job.
• He let slip his chance to make a good impression by arriving late to the interview.

verb to form a wrong or unfair opinion about someone or something

• It is important not to misjudge someone based on their appearance.
• Don't misjudge her just because she's quiet. She's actually really smart.
• I totally misjudged that movie. It was actually really good.
• You can't misjudge a book by its cover; you never know what someone is truly like until you get to know them.

noun a mistake or error in judgment or action

• The CEO's misstep in handling the company's finances led to a steep decline in profits.
• I made a misstep by forgetting to send out the invitations for the party.
• She made a major misstep by not studying for the exam and failing miserably.
• His misstep on the career ladder caused him to fall behind in his professional development.

verb to mess up or ruin something

adverb used to describe the action of messing something up

• The new employee mucked up the financial report by inputting incorrect data.
• I really mucked up my presentation at work today.
• I totally mucked up my chances with that girl I liked.
• His bad decisions really mucked up his life.

noun an act or instance of making a mistake or error

verb to make a mistake or error

adverb in a mistaken or erroneous manner

• It is important to be cautious and not slip up when presenting your findings to the board.
• I can't believe I slipped up and forgot to email that important document.
• Don't slip up and get caught cheating on the test.
• She knew she had to be careful not to slip up and reveal her true feelings.

noun A mistake or blunder made by someone who is inexperienced or unskilled

• Making such a basic mistake is considered a rookie error in this industry.
• Forgetting to save your work before closing the program is a total rookie error.
• Dude, spilling your drink on your laptop is a total rookie error.
• Thinking you could finish the project in one day was a rookie error in time management.

adverb Accidentally is an adverb that describes an action done unintentionally or by mistake.

• I accidentally spilled coffee on my white shirt this morning.
• I accidentally bumped into my ex at the grocery store.
• I accidentally ghosted my friend's text last night.
• She accidentally stepped on my toes with her harsh criticism.