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Definition unforced error in British English

unforced error noun

noun
1

in tennis and other sports, an error that is just a mistake rather than the result of pressure from the opponent

Example

Anderson began the tiebreak with an unforced error.

2

in politics or business, a mistake that is self-inflicted rather than being caused by outside pressure

Example

Could this be the unforced error the Republicans have been waiting for?

Definition unforced error in British English