miscommunication
noun
mis·com·mu·ni·ca·tion
ˌmis-kə-ˌmyü-nə-ˈkā-shən 
: failure to communicate clearly
There was miscommunication between the reporter and her editors.
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This creates a more inclusive environment and avoids miscommunication, enhancing collaboration, building trust in global partners and resulting in stronger relationships.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Things might have gotten out of hand, due to miscommunication and arguments, but try not to take any of it personally.
—Essence, 1 Nov. 2024
The evidence pointed to some miscommunication in the campaign.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
This will prevent miscommunication, lags and errors at a time when everything must be spotless from a reputation and legal standpoint.
—Sandra Pretorius, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Things might have gotten out of hand, due to miscommunication and arguments, but try not to take any of it personally.
—Essence, 1 Nov. 2024
The evidence pointed to some miscommunication in the campaign.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
This will prevent miscommunication, lags and errors at a time when everything must be spotless from a reputation and legal standpoint.
—Sandra Pretorius, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Miscommunication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/miscommunication. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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