as in misuse
incorrect or improper use
this silly gossiping is a serious misapplication of your time
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Recent Examples of misapplication
The misapplication of good friction can turn it bad and result in one more cumbersome process you’re tempted to work around.
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Josh Browning, Big Think, 12 Feb. 2025
Among the soldiers is a cluster of combat veterans, many trained in allied countries, who voice concern about the misapplication of their battlefield expertise.
—Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 4 Feb. 2025
This appears to be no more complicated than an application (perhaps a misapplication) of human courtesies to the canine world.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024
Matthew Mixon, 38, pled guilty in December to misapplication of fiduciary property, according to court documents.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2025
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Josh Browning, Big Think, 12 Feb. 2025
Among the soldiers is a cluster of combat veterans, many trained in allied countries, who voice concern about the misapplication of their battlefield expertise.
—Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 4 Feb. 2025
This appears to be no more complicated than an application (perhaps a misapplication) of human courtesies to the canine world.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 27 Nov. 2024
Matthew Mixon, 38, pled guilty in December to misapplication of fiduciary property, according to court documents.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for misapplication
Noun
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While e-scooters and e-bikes offer convenient transportation, their misuse and lack of dedicated infrastructure contribute to accidents.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
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Transparency—through your own standards and external regulations such as HIPAA—can prevent data misuse. 3.—
Salman Shahid,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Jail records show Walker also has a pending case on suspicion of elder abuse and assault by means of force likely to cause great bodily injury.—
Ethan Wolin,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2025
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Arsenal forward Russo was one of just many England players who spoke about the impact social media abuse can have on their well-being.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
18 June 2025
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“Misapplication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misapplication. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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