mishaps

noun

Definition of mishapsnext
plural of mishap
1
as in accidents
a chance and usually sudden event bringing loss or injury the usual mishaps of a family vacation

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as in misfortunes
bad luck or an example of this mishap followed wherever he went

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Recent Examples of mishaps Parenting is a journey–one full of joys, mishaps, and a whole lot of learning. — Devonne Goode, Parents, 10 Apr. 2025 While most kids’ shows feature some kind of villain or protagonist who is behind the mishaps that the heroes must contend with, Mighty MonsterWheelies doesn’t have a bad guy. — Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025 The day's mishaps didn't end with the medication mix-up, either. — Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025

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