mistakenly

Example Sentences

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The study points to the brain's immune system as a key player, showing that it may mistakenly attack nerve fibers that are essential for detecting odors.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

It sounded to Jackson as though the trial court was cutting counsel off, perhaps mistakenly saying the work had already been done.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Coltherd said he knew of other people who had placed bets, including one person who meant to put £5 on Changemyluck but mistakenly backed the winner.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

But due to a fault in processing procedures, if you file your return in the final hours or days before the deadline, you risk being mistakenly classified as a late-filer and charged a 5% penalty.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Jinx gathered up his money and inched his way toward the door, mistakenly thinking he could slip out while the two women argued it out.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool