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misstep

/mɪsˈsteɪp/ noun · British & US
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What does misstep mean?

noun

A wrong or unwise action, especially one that has serious consequences. A step or action that leads to a mistake or failure.

Example

"The company's misstep in the market led to a significant loss in revenue."

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