err
verb (used without object)
to go astray in thought or belief; be mistaken; be incorrect.
have erred
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present perfectof err.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But she believes nurses should have "erred on the side of caution" and not silenced the monitor.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2023
Since then, authorities have erred on the side of caution, issuing swift mass evacuation orders whenever inhabited areas are under threat.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 21, 2023
Some analysts contend the U.S. intelligence may have erred in assessing that a nuclear test was imminent.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 23, 2022
Offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi admitted Thursday he might have erred in trying to protect Herbert.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2022
“Is it possible that I have erred in my supposition?”
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
