1. unfortunate events or accidents; instances of bad luck
Usage: plural form of mischance

Examples

• A series of mischances delayed their journey by several hours.
• The project failed due to various mischances beyond our control.
• Despite the mischances that befell the expedition, they reached their destination.
• She blamed her poor performance on a string of mischances.
• The company survived many mischances during its early years.
• These mischances taught him to always have a backup plan.