minor mishap
/ˈmaɪnər ˈmɪshæp/A small, usually harmless accident or problem that causes little disruption.
We had a minor mishap in the kitchen, but no one was hurt.
A small accident happened in the kitchen, but it was not serious.
The presentation went smoothly despite a minor mishap with the slides.
There was a small issue with the slides, but it didn't affect the overall presentation.
Often used to downplay the severity of an incident.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use this phrase when describing something that went wrong but was not serious.
⚡Gold Rule
Tone
This phrase is often used to reassure others that a problem was minor and not worth worrying about.
📖Word Origin
From 'minor' (small or unimportant) and 'mishap' (an unfortunate accident).
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used to describe something that went wrong but was not significant enough to cause major issues.