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misappropriation

[mis-uh-proh-pree-ey-shuhn] / ˌmɪs əˌproʊ priˈeɪ ʃən /


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Legal experts say Harper might have grounds to sue FanDuel for false endorsement, misappropriation and invasion of privacy.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

It argued that any alleged misappropriation would be “entirely unknown” to the group.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

Fischer said she believes that there is “way more” insider trading and misappropriation in these markets than law enforcement is able to catch.

From MarketWatch May 28, 2026

Last month his wife Begoña Gómez was charged with embezzlement, influence peddling, corruption in business dealings and misappropriation of funds.

From BBC May 27, 2026

There was even a former Conservative functionary who had taken refuge in the revolt to escape a judgment for misappropriation of funds.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez




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