Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

misplace

[mis-pleys] / mɪsˈpleɪs /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Is England's approach on this fourth day in Adelaide a welcome epiphany that their previous over-aggression was misplaced, or a frustrating reveal they were always capable of playing in this fashion?

From BBC

After losing three games in a row the jam tomorrow line was a little misplaced.

From BBC

Even if bubble fears are misplaced—remember, statistical observations are just that, not ironclad predictions—this trend is still noteworthy.

From Barron's

Even if bubble fears are misplaced—remember, statistical observations are just that, not ironclad predictions—this trend is still noteworthy.

From Barron's

Creighton says that claims the government is crushing academic freedom are misplaced, and that his changes are aimed at shoring up confidence in Texas Tech so students will attend.

From The Wall Street Journal