misinterpret

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It may omit relevant information while summarizing, mix up who is speaking and misinterpret context—such as missing nonverbal cues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

It’s easy for students to misunderstand and misinterpret college award letters that specify the financial aid they will receive.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 31, 2025

Did “Walter Bloomberg” merely misinterpret a Fox News clip?

From Slate • Apr. 8, 2025

“The problem is a lot of people misinterpret a lot of my dad’s work as schadenfreude, when it’s really not,” James said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2025

He is quick to sense slight or insult in things others say, and frequently may misinterpret well-meant communications.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote