misappropriation

Example Sentences

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“This was high jinks with intent to goof. Misappropriation of an old ‘Conan’ bit.

From Washington Post • Jun. 21, 2022

"This was high jinks with intent to goof. Misappropriation of an old 'Conan' bit. It's really Conan's fault."

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2022

"Misappropriation in planning and execution of water supply projects is another key factor. And projects often use inadequate sources, or pipelines do not reach habitations."

From US News • Mar. 22, 2016

George Herbert Cultural Misappropriation is that what I hear you cry, citizen?

From Unmanned by Oliver, Stephen