Mistake
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Pro Tip 1/3
Apologies Expected
When acknowledging a mistake in English-speaking cultures, saying sorry is often expected. I'm sorry, that was my mistake for not double-checking the report.
Pro Tip 2/3
Learn from Errors
Discussing mistakes can be a sign of wanting to improve and not repeat them. My last mistake taught me to always verify my sources.
Pro Tip 3/3
Politeness Factor
Using 'small', 'tiny' or 'slight' before 'mistake' can make it sound less severe. There’s a small mistake here; you forgot to include the date.