big mistake

Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words

A significant error with large consequences.

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Examples (10)

  • Failing to back up your data would be a big mistake.
  • Ignoring the warning signs was a big mistake that led to bigger problems.
  • She realized her big mistake when the project failed.
  • It would be a big mistake to underestimate your opponent.
  • Leaving the oven on was a big mistake, luckily no fire started.
  • He made a big mistake by trusting the wrong person.
  • That was a big mistake; we should have listened to the experts.
  • I hope we don't make the same big mistake again.
  • Their refusal to adapt to new technology proved to be a big mistake.
  • Forgetting her anniversary was a big mistake he quickly tried to rectify.