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misappropriation

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


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To that end, he could argue the video constitutes misappropriation or invasion of privacy.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

Musk’s xAI is suing Li separately in part over trade-secret misappropriation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 15, 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

He still faces outstanding charges for corruption and misappropriation of state funds in Honduras and his wife, Ana García Carías, had visa restrictions placed on her after her husband's arrest.

From BBC May 19, 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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