misunderstanding
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Critics say that strategy displays a misunderstanding of how the 109-year-old agency functions.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
In 2022, during the last review of the treaty that is considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned humanity was "one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation."
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
Such analysis is “inaccurate,” Mr. Gibbs says, and ultimately leads to a fundamental misunderstanding of how rhythms interact in black music.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
“It’s hard to argue that brandishing a firearm during a traffic misunderstanding is either allowed by federal law or necessary and proper for fulfilling ICE’s duties,” he said.
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
“I didn’t know you were afraid of flying,” she said, completely misunderstanding me.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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