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Mistake

usgb/mɪˈsteɪk/Volume
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Apologies Expected

When acknowledging a mistake in English-speaking cultures, saying sorry is often expected.

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I'm sorry, that was my mistake for not double-checking the report.
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Learn from Errors

Discussing mistakes can be a sign of wanting to improve and not repeat them.

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My last mistake taught me to always verify my sources.
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Politeness Factor

Using 'small', 'tiny' or 'slight' before 'mistake' can make it sound less severe.

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There’s a small mistake here; you forgot to include the date.
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