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err

Pronunciation: [ɪər]

Word

Learn how to use err in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “mistake”

(verb) to make a mistake or do something wrong. If you err, it means you didn't do something the right way, like answering a question incorrectly.

Example

He tends to err on the side of caution when making decisions.

Example

She didn't err during the test; she got all the answers right.

Example

Have you ever erred while trying to solve a problem?

Context: “wrongdoing”

(verb) to make an error in judgment or to act wrongly. When you err in this sense, it means you did something that you shouldn't have done.

Example

They realized they had erred by not checking the facts before publishing the article.

Example

He always tries to avoid erring when giving advice to friends.

Example

What might happen if someone errs in their responsibilities?

How to pronounce err

Pronunciation: [ɪər]

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