misadjusting

Definition of misadjustingnext
present participle of misadjust

Example Sentences

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Verb
  • Peat pots, paper pots, milk cartons, and other disposable materials make a great first potting container as they can be cut away from the root ball without damaging roots.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
  • However, once the first layer of circuits and metal wiring is completed, additional layers must remain below about 400 degrees Celsius to avoid damaging existing structures.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Verb
  • However, sustained stress can trigger the body's fight-or-flight response, impairing the very functions effective leadership requires.
    Dilan Gomih, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
  • Crude oil also disrupts animals’ nervous systems, Grosell added, impairing their senses and ability to navigate, process input, and properly orient themselves in their environment.
    Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • But far from hurting retail sales, Lottery officials at the time of the Legislature’s approval predicted potential benefits for brick-and-mortar outlets.
    Editorial, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
  • Trap and Remove Them Using traps to catch the squirrels and relocate them is perfectly okay with the humane methods that act as a cage instead of hurting the little creature.
    Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • Behavioral health companies in South Florida say they are being impacted by Medicaid termination letters, with facilities stating the cuts are harming patients who need help and leaving many therapists out of work.
    Morgan Rynor, CBS News, 4 June 2026
  • The permethrin binds to the oils in the mice’s fur, which will kill any ticks that try to attach, all without harming the mice.
    Molly Burford, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • Additionally, a jury found Pasqual guilty of first-degree residential burglary and multiple counts of injuring a spouse, cohabitant, fiance's, boyfriend, girlfriend or child's parent.
    Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
  • Overnight into Tuesday, waves of drones and missiles struck the capital, killing and injuring civilians and damaging homes, businesses and public buildings.
    Polina Lytvynova, NPR, 2 June 2026
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“Misadjusting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misadjusting. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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