Flaw

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System ImperfectionPlay
Refers to errors in structured plans or methods, implying they're not foolproof. SlideDespite thorough planning, a small flaw can undermine the whole project.
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Connotation of SeverityPlay
The term can imply degrees of seriousness, from trivial to critical. SlideA fundamental flaw in a building's design could lead to its collapse.
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Acknowledgment of FaultPlay
Using 'flaw' indicates awareness of an issue needing correction. SlideHe identified a flaw in his argument and revised his stance.