Misspeak (verb)

To make a mistake while speaking, such as using the wrong word or making a factual error.

Origin:

Derived from the word "miss" meaning "to fail to hit or reach" and "speak" meaning "to say something". the term refers to the act of making a mistake while speaking, such as using the wrong word or making a factual error.

Examples:

1. He misspoke when he said that the company was closing when it was actually expanding.
2. She immediately corrected herself when she realized she had misspoken.
3. The politician was accused of misspeaking when he made a controversial statement.
4. The speaker apologized for any confusion caused by his misspeaking.
5. The student was nervous and misspoke during the presentation.