Near Miss Day
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Overview
Near Miss Day is observed on March 23 every year to remind people of the close calls we experience in life and to raise awareness about safety precautions. The day encourages individuals to reflect on near miss incidents, whether in daily life or in professions, and to consider how better practices can prevent accidents in the future.
Origin and story
Near Miss Day marks the anniversary of a significant near miss event: the one in 1989 when a spacecraft narrowly avoided colliding with the Earth.
The term 'near miss' is often used in aviation, where close calls have led to stricter safety regulations.
Quick facts
- DateMarch 23
- TypeCultural / community observance
- Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams
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Ways to Observe Near Miss Day
Near Miss Day commemorates March 23, 1839, when the words “OK” were first published—nearly spelled incorrectly as “oll korrect.”
Learn About the “OK” Near Miss
- How 'OK' Became America's Favorite Word (HISTORY)
https://www.history.com/articles/the-birth-of-ok-175-years-ago - TBT: When the Word "OK" Was Invented in Boston (Boston Magazine)
https://www.bostonmagazine.com/news/2017/03/23/boston-morning-post-ok/
Reflect on Close Calls
- Learn about famous historical near misses
- Appreciate how small changes can shape language and history
Enjoy Language History
- Explore how slang becomes standard
- Learn about other words that almost didn’t make it
Did You Know?
“OK” is one of the most widely recognized words in the world, used across languages and cultures.
Fun facts
- Near Miss Day marks the anniversary of a significant near miss event: the one in 1989 when a spacecraft narrowly avoided colliding with the Earth.
- The term 'near miss' is often used in aviation, where close calls have led to stricter safety regulations.
- The day promotes communication and sharing of near miss incidents to improve safety in workplaces.
- Near Miss Day is also an opportunity for communities to organize safety workshops and drills.
- People are encouraged to share their near miss stories on social media to raise awareness.
Sources and attribution
- How 'OK' Became America's Favorite Word (HISTORY)
- TBT: When the Word "OK" Was Invented in Boston (Boston Magazine)
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FAQ
- When is Near Miss Day?
- It is observed on March 23 each year.
- What is Near Miss Day?
- Near Miss Day is observed on March 23 every year to remind people of the close calls we experience in life and to raise awareness about safety precautions. The day encourages individuals to reflect on near miss incidents, whether in daily life or in professions, and to consider how better practices can prevent accidents in the future.
- How do people celebrate Near Miss Day?
- Read about how 'OK' first appeared in print on March 23, 1839 as a joking abbreviation for the misspelling 'oll korrect,' and became one of the world's most recognized words.
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