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What do you call a embarrassing mistake?

There are many ways to describe an embarrassing mistake, depending on the context and severity:

Formal:

* Faux pas: A social blunder or mistake.

* Mishap: An unfortunate accident or error.

* Gaffe: A careless mistake, especially in a public situation.

* Slip-up: A minor error.

* Blooper: A humorous mistake, often made on stage or in a film.

Informal:

* Fumble: A clumsy or awkward mistake.

* Oops: A casual exclamation expressing regret for a mistake.

* Whoopsie: A lighthearted expression for a small mistake.

* Boner: A slang term for a serious mistake.

* Epic fail: A significant and embarrassing failure.

* Face-palm: A gesture of embarrassment or frustration.

Specific:

* Foot-in-mouth moment: Saying something embarrassing or inappropriate.

* Brain fart: A temporary lapse in memory or concentration.

* Dumb mistake: A mistake made due to carelessness or lack of thought.

The best word to use will depend on the situation and your desired tone.

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