Example Sentences
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But the most obvious explanation might be the correct one: Acme’s first adjuster misjudged the damage, possibly with a bias toward keeping costs down for the company.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 10, 2026
The scalp of in-form captain Kerr swung the game firmly in England's favour as she also misjudged Bell's swing and Plimmer suffered the same fate, but Green and Halliday counter-attacked confidently.
From BBC ● May 16, 2026
The city, they concluded, had misjudged the situation but had not pursued Gamble from a place of malice.
From Slate ● May 4, 2026
Kepa was booked before conceding the opener, when he misjudged a clearance and pulled back winger Jeremy Doku as he looked to score.
From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2026
He had seriously misjudged the situation, however, and his own role in it.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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