misapplying

present participle of misapply
as in misusing
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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  • There is just not evidence, for decades really, that people who seek naturalization and are able to pass the requirements are in any way misusing the system.
    Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Harlan County Former Harlan County Sheriff Marvin Lipfird pleaded guilty to federal charges of misusing public funds in 2017.
    Josh Wood, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Sep. 2025
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  • Far from abusing its discretion, the district court has exercised care and restraint in managing discovery, affording 'careful consideration' to the government's assertion of privilege.
    James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
  • However, last week, the Civilian Complaint Review Board voted to overrule the investigator who found Alongi and Cianfrocco innocent, finding the pair of officers in violation of using excessive force and abusing their authority.
    Mason Leath, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Misapplying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misapplying. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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