major mishap

Frequency: 7.08.5 per million words

Refers to a significant and serious unfortunate event.

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  • The launch was delayed due to a major mishap with the propulsion system.
  • Avoiding any major mishap during the complex operation was their top priority.
  • A small error in calculations led to a major mishap that cost the company millions.
  • Despite the careful planning, a completely unforeseen major mishap occurred.
  • The crew worked tirelessly to prevent a major mishap from turning into a catastrophe.
  • Reports indicated that negligence was the primary cause of the major mishap at the plant.
  • Fortunately, nobody was injured in what could have been a major mishap on the highway.
  • The experienced pilot managed to avert a major mishap just moments before impact.
  • Such a major mishap could have devastating consequences for the entire project.
  • They reviewed every step of the process to ensure there would be no repeat of the past major mishap.