misapplication

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Roberts created it with an ellipsis that edited out the actual law and created what can only be seen as a deliberate misapplication of precedent.

From Salon • Oct. 15, 2025

I think it does point to a strange sort of misapplication of people’s intelligence.

From Slate • Aug. 15, 2025

Poor communication, by contrast, prompts disregard for policy, confusion and the misapplication of guidelines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2024

In 1917, Gov. James “Pa” Ferguson was removed from office for misapplication of public funds, embezzlement and the diversion of a special fund.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2023

The error lies in the misapplication of them, and in assuming a ground they have not a right to stand upon.

From The Writings Of Thomas Paine, Volume III. 1791-1804 by Paine, Thomas