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as in misinterpretations
a failure to understand correctly
people once thought that there were canals on Mars because of a common misunderstanding of a report by an Italian astronomer
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as in disagreements
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
tried to resolve their misunderstandings peacefully
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Recent Examples of misunderstandings
Now, the researchers are in conversation, trying to clarify terms, fix misunderstandings, and look for the fundamental principles behind physical theories.
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Matt Von Hippel, Quanta Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
That’s according to Brian London, president of the Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles (SMART) Association, who argues that misunderstandings and misplaced priorities are clouding the reality of how textile waste is actually managed today.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026
Despite some advantages, myths and misunderstandings about creatine's safety profile prevail as experts work to clear up misinformation.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026
Tennessee lawmakers passed legislation this week to fix the state’s controversial threats of mass violence law, which had resulted in children being charged with felonies over jokes and misunderstandings.
—Aliyya Swaby, ProPublica, 10 Apr. 2026
Because no two suppliers structure things in exactly the same way, taking a closer look here can prevent misunderstandings down the line.
—Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
This prevents misunderstandings and keeps the owner-rental relationship healthy.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2026
Alexa emphasizes that distractions or misunderstandings around service animals can have serious consequences.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
For husky owners, the incident served as a reminder that, while the breed is beloved for its personality, those operatic howls can sometimes cause real-world misunderstandings—even police visits.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Matt Von Hippel, Quanta Magazine, 17 Apr. 2026
That’s according to Brian London, president of the Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles (SMART) Association, who argues that misunderstandings and misplaced priorities are clouding the reality of how textile waste is actually managed today.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026
Despite some advantages, myths and misunderstandings about creatine's safety profile prevail as experts work to clear up misinformation.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026
Tennessee lawmakers passed legislation this week to fix the state’s controversial threats of mass violence law, which had resulted in children being charged with felonies over jokes and misunderstandings.
—Aliyya Swaby, ProPublica, 10 Apr. 2026
Because no two suppliers structure things in exactly the same way, taking a closer look here can prevent misunderstandings down the line.
—Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
This prevents misunderstandings and keeps the owner-rental relationship healthy.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2026
Alexa emphasizes that distractions or misunderstandings around service animals can have serious consequences.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
For husky owners, the incident served as a reminder that, while the breed is beloved for its personality, those operatic howls can sometimes cause real-world misunderstandings—even police visits.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misunderstandings
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Beatty said those early misinterpretations frequently determine what evidence exists later.—
Stephen Martin,
Oklahoma Watch,
13 Jan. 2026
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Doubts have been cast on jobs data due to misinterpretations of the labor bureau’s routine reviews of its statistics and its admissions about the difficulty of getting answers to its employment surveys.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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The point is that some disagreements may be too socially expensive to stage as public trials.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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But the move to cancel the funds comes amid growing tensions between the White House and the Vatican over disagreements about the War in Iran.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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In an email obtained by the Mercury News, Kinnear-Rausch offered clues as to the mistakes that led to Jaxon’s April 9 death.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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But just those little mistakes cost us the second goal.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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But the more notable trend today is that many disputes no longer hinge on whether AI exists at all.—
Perrie M. Weiner,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Platinum’s biggest supply risk stems from its heavy dependence on South African mines, where power outages and labor disputes can disrupt mining output.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Avoid money quarrels with everyone.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Feb. 2026
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His quarrels with Massie and interest in relitigating the 2020 election seem to animate him more, too.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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Other proposals in the legislative package would require city agencies to report on social media’s impact on young people’s mental health and study how their online activity can lead to face-to-face altercations.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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On Sunday, the Village of Skokie posted a statement to their website in regards to the two youth altercations, stating that officials were made aware of the two separate incidents by Skokie Police and the Skokie Park District.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Chavez-DeRemer’s departure came as several controversies were surrounding her, her office and her family members.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
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The labor secretary had been the subject of multiple controversies—accused of abusing her power, having an affair with a subordinate, and drinking on the job.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile, the New Atheists were making hay of the fact that such faithful misapprehensions about nature were easily disproved by scientific discovery.—
Elizabeth Bruenig,
The Atlantic,
26 Mar. 2026
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Ronald Reagan did not suffer from such misapprehensions.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Misunderstandings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misunderstandings. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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