misrepresent

Example Sentences

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It is another to misrepresent the principal source of threat.

From Slate • Jan. 1, 2026

“There’s a danger where you misrepresent the truth,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

Ms Hempleman-Adams has since apologised, adding: "It was never my intention to misrepresent any historical achievements or cause distress to local communities."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2025

A spokesperson for S&S Labor Force told The Times on Thursday that Render’s allegations “are not only unfounded but also misrepresent the facts surrounding the incident in question.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

The skilled orator is out not necessarily to knock down his opponent’s case tout court—but to misrepresent his opponent’s case in such a way as to make it easier to attack.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith