misplaced

Example Sentences

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Community distrust and misplaced fears have been two of the most challenging aspects of this current outbreak.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

But if the last few weeks are any indication, that hope may have been misplaced.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The EFL could then potentially rebalance the regions for the second-round draw, if for instance York were misplaced in the south.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

These are unfortunate examples of how AI can lead to mistreatment of people because of technical flaws as well as misplaced human faith in the technology’s supposed objectivity.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

One of them had been accused of stealing, because her employer had misplaced a valuable ring.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende