misadjust

Definition of misadjustnext

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for misadjust
Verb
  • Decades of international isolation had severely impaired its development.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
  • This, in turn, impairs metabolism of fat stores, which impacts the way in which the body manages its energy and can worsen heart and metabolic conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Stay away from windows as flying debris generated by damaging winds can be deadly.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Nov. 2025
  • According to Brown, Hurricane Michael damaged 80 percent of the park’s namesake trees, but through a project with the Florida Park Service and Atlanta Botanical Garden, seeds obtained from living trees are being grown and planted in the ravine habitat at Torreya State Park.
    Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Look for urea-free fertilizer that helps the plant absorb nitrogen more efficiently, and make sure to flush out the potting medium with plain water each month to prevent salt buildup that can harm the roots.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
  • The settlement is a landmark moment for Garcia, as well as other families who have claimed that their teens were harmed by what have been described as sexualized and interactive virtual companions.
    Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • After all, there are signs that the economy is improving (unemployment and inflation are declining), but after the economic struggles of recent years, and with household debt still high, an additional financing source won't hurt, either.
    Matt Richardson, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Critics say the practice has driven up home prices and hurt affordability, but some housing experts argue the president’s proposal would have minimal effect on overall housing supply.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • When Dobbins was first injured, a source close to him said the best-case scenario for his return was if the Broncos made the Super Bowl.
    Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Dellandrea was injured in the Sharks’ game on Tuesday against the Columbus Blue Jackets as his right leg struck the post after he was inadvertently tripped while driving to the net.
    Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 10 Jan. 2026
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“Misadjust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misadjust. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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