misadjusted

Definition of misadjustednext
past tense of misadjust

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for misadjusted
Verb
  • Nevertheless, authorities at the scene determined that Woods was impaired at the time of the crash.
    Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Technical difficulties impaired Hopkins’ ability to follow the proceedings.
    JC Hallman, Oklahoma Watch, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The helicopter landed in an area where there were no cars close enough to be damaged or to pose a risk, Davalos said.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The driver in front of him whose truck was damaged by Woods’ driving also walked away.
    Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • When Iowa State's best player got injured in the first round of the NCAA tournament, Nate Heise stepped up.
    Ren Clayton, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
  • One resident was injured and about 150 others were displaced after a motel fire in White Settlement on Thursday afternoon, officials said in a Facebook post.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • It was later changed due to players getting hurt.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
  • However, having players of those caliber on the court, both of whom have either been to the NBA Finals or won it, certainly shouldn't hurt.
    Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Misadjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misadjusted. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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