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as in misinterpreted
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
this summary seriously misrepresents the general tone and substance of the speech
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as in obscured
to give a misleading impression of
deliberately misrepresented the facts of the case
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Recent Examples of misrepresented
Idaho Statesman, 27 Dec. 2025
The man misrepresented his age, identity, background and likeness to groom minors and create a false sense of safety, federal prosecutors said.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Meta said the report misrepresented its efforts on teen safety.
—Michael Casey, Fortune, 6 Dec. 2025
The editors of the journal said the authors misrepresented and selectively cited, or cherrypicked, data and that there were no valid justifications for the mechanisms the authors proposed for prevention.
—Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025
In the filing, Chauvin claims his conviction should be vacated, saying flawed medical testimony, misrepresented police training and faulty jury instructions warrant a new trial or evidentiary hearing.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 4 Dec. 2025
At the heart of the backlash was the allegation that the store's advertising misrepresented what customers would actually receive.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025
Mamdani has said his views were often misrepresented.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
The suit also alleged that two former deputy district attorneys elicited false testimony during Dorotik’s original preliminary hearing and trial, suppressed evidence that should have been disclosed to Dorotik’s defense attorneys and misrepresented evidence to the jury.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
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Ada County also misrepresented what happened, the lawsuit alleged.
—Idaho Statesman, 27 Dec. 2025
The man misrepresented his age, identity, background and likeness to groom minors and create a false sense of safety, federal prosecutors said.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Meta said the report misrepresented its efforts on teen safety.
—Michael Casey, Fortune, 6 Dec. 2025
The editors of the journal said the authors misrepresented and selectively cited, or cherrypicked, data and that there were no valid justifications for the mechanisms the authors proposed for prevention.
—Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025
In the filing, Chauvin claims his conviction should be vacated, saying flawed medical testimony, misrepresented police training and faulty jury instructions warrant a new trial or evidentiary hearing.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 4 Dec. 2025
At the heart of the backlash was the allegation that the store's advertising misrepresented what customers would actually receive.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025
Mamdani has said his views were often misrepresented.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
The suit also alleged that two former deputy district attorneys elicited false testimony during Dorotik’s original preliminary hearing and trial, suppressed evidence that should have been disclosed to Dorotik’s defense attorneys and misrepresented evidence to the jury.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misrepresented
Adjective
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Instead, growing evidence suggests that AI tools can reinforce distorted beliefs among individuals already at risk.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Stunting or slow growth with distorted leaves or stems.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Compare that with bigger names like Rolex or Patek Philippe, where the payoff for spending more is deliberately obscured.—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Shiri’s face was obscured by an image originally created by Vancouver street artist iHeart.—
Gabriele Regalbuto,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Our galaxy is among this warped group.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
6 Nov. 2025
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By then, Haddish had developed a warped sense of self-worth that dogged her into adulthood.—
Zak Cheney-Rice,
Vulture,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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There's no way this can be concealed.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Surveillance camera footage from a nearby residence showed Erik Campbell pleading with Thomas to show him what’s in his pocket; Thomas Campbell’s right hand was concealed inside a hoodie pocket.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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During this time, monarchs cluster together in packed colonies for warmth—in a good year, thousands of monarchs might rest on a single tree, creating a kaleidoscope of brilliantly colored wings.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Remember, a hard freeze will still damage them, turning them mushy and off-colored.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Every evening, the lodge assigns guests to different tables along the perimeter of a shaded deck overlooking the jungle.—
Idra Novey,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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To join the play, find a shaded picnic table to sip a top-tier brew.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But a witness’ account contradicted Siebenaller’s statement.—
Jamie Landers,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Jan. 2026
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Those findings, published in 2020, contradicted the earlier hypothesis and raised doubts as to whether the species should be considered a hominin at all.—
Cody Cottier,
Scientific American,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Misrepresented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misrepresented. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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