wrong tack
Frequency: 7.09.2 per million words
an incorrect or unsuitable method or approach
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Examples (10)
- I think you're on the wrong tack with that approach to the problem.
- If we continue on this wrong tack, we'll never solve the problem effectively.
- The detective realized he had been pursuing the case on the wrong tack for weeks.
- Changing to a new strategy, they hoped to avoid taking the wrong tack again.
- Her initial proposal, though well-intentioned, was criticized for being on the wrong tack.
- We must ensure that our negotiations don't go off on the wrong tack from the start.
- Despite their efforts, it became clear they were heading down the wrong tack in their research.
- He stubbornly stuck to his original plan, even when it was obvious he was on the wrong tack.
- To succeed, sometimes you need to admit you're on the wrong tack and adjust your course.
- The company's marketing campaign took a completely wrong tack, alienating many potential customers.