as in misused
to put to a bad or improper use
you've misapplied the theorem to certain problems that require a different formula kids who misapply their boundless energy and get into trouble
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But Collins' victory may come as good news to Democrats, eager to run against his closeness with the president amid unpopular White House policies, along with highlighting allegations that Collins misused congressional funds, which is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
16 June 2026 -
Identity theft protection can help monitor for signs that your personal information is being misused.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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According to figures from the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 12 million people experience domestic and intimate partner violence annually, with approximately 24 people physically abused every minute.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Prosecutors detailed how Herbert allegedly groomed and abused the now 24-year-old victim for years.—
Aunya Butler,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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“Misapplied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misapplied. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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