slightest wrong word vs word that is slightly wrong

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'Slightest wrong word' implies that out of all the wrong words, one is the slightest, while 'word that is slightly wrong' suggests that the word itself is only slightly incorrect.

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slightest wrong word

This phrase is correct and can be used to refer to the wrong word that is the least incorrect among others.

This phrase is used to emphasize that among several wrong words, one stands out as being the least incorrect or problematic.

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Jul 17, 2014 ... But even if a proper ceasefire is agreed upon, what can guarantee to keep it in place when the slightest wrong word, move or minor incident ...
Aug 31, 2014 ... Someone will storm out of the house, or someone else will be so on edge that even the slightest wrong word will unleash a torrent of hatred.
Aug 13, 2014 ... The status quo is that many people fear that the slightest wrong word could get them tasered, shot, or who even knows what, given the ...
You are constantly walking on eggshells around the borderline, afraid that the slightest misstep, the slightest wrong word, will set off a full-blown adult screaming ...

Alternatives:

least wrong word
slightly incorrect word

word that is slightly wrong

This phrase is also correct and conveys the idea that the word is only slightly incorrect.

This phrase is used to describe a word that is not completely correct but only has a minor error or inaccuracy.

Alternatives:

word with a small mistake
slightly incorrect word

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