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misshapen

[mis-shey-puhn, mish-] / mɪsˈʃeɪ pən, mɪʃ- /


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At a little over two hours long, “Pavements” can feel a little like the band’s notoriously misshapen 1995 opus “Wowee Zowee,” a double album with only three sides.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2025

These misshapen proteins can disrupt mitochondria’s ability to produce the energy cells need.

From Science Magazine • May 22, 2024

Trim regularly: Don’t let the plant get misshapen and then inflict a severe haircut on it.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

By buying misshapen and ugly produce and reselling it at discount prices in subscription boxes, Misfits Market has grown into a billion-dollar business.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2024

Greyback got up and took a couple of steps to where Harry sat, crouching down again to stare closely at his misshapen features.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling