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misidentify

[mis-ahy-den-tuh-fahy, -i-den-] / ˌmɪs aɪˈdɛn təˌfaɪ, -ɪˈdɛn- /


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"We've found that many respondents misidentify a warning as a watch, which means conditions are favorable for a tornado," Armstrong said.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2024

Whatever it was, he should be glad he wasn’t called to the stand to misidentify his ex-wife in person.

From Slate • May 9, 2023

"Why lie about this and why misidentify the payment if it was legal? And second, your response to that theory of the case?"

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2023

Plus, many people misidentify butterflies, notes Sarabia, so a guide can help you safely spot them.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2023

“How could this major airline misidentify a passenger in such a grotesque and negligent way, to cause such harm,” Mr. Lowe said.

From Washington Times • Jun. 9, 2022




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