Get something wrong

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Common Mistakes

Used when admitting a mistake in everyday situations or tasks.

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During our meeting, I got the budget figures wrong.

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Apologies

Often used to express regret in misunderstanding or inaccuracies.

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Sorry, I might have gotten your instructions wrong.

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Casual Convo

Common in informal conversations to point out errors without being harsh.

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I thought you said 3 PM, but I must have gotten that wrong.

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