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misunderstanding

[mis-uhn-der-stan-ding] / ˌmɪs ʌn dərˈstæn dɪŋ /




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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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