misadjusted

Definition of misadjustednext
past tense of misadjust

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for misadjusted
Verb
  • If the vehicle encounters environmental conditions that affect that single type of sensor, all sensors could be impaired at the same time, leaving the AV without adequate perception.
    David Risher, Fortune, 22 June 2026
  • Nampa Police, which is investigating the incident, said the driver wasn’t impaired.
    Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • Joshua Serad, of Maple Shade, stole and damaged Pride flags Monday in the business district of Haddonfield on Kings Highway, according to police.
    Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 24 June 2026
  • Flying bricks damaged the crossing’s signal arms, and the crossing was closed by Union Pacific.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • Blyth injured her back in a toboggan accident and spent over a year recovering, limiting her ability to profit off her success in the film.
    Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
  • The officer returned fire; neither the suspect nor the officer was injured.
    Kendrick Calfee June 25, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • Two people were hurt Tuesday evening when a taxi struck a pedestrian and then a house in West Philadelphia, police said.
    Laura Fay, CBS News, 24 June 2026
  • Feelings are still hurt and even scarred within the LGBTQ+ community.
    Cam Inman, Mercury News, 24 June 2026
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“Misadjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misadjusted. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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