misunderstanding
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“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
Shattering events lurk in the fog of misunderstanding through which the kid fights to find things that will please her.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
As Iran's president said a truce in Lebanon was a key condition for ending the Middle East war, Vance said he believed there had been a "legitimate misunderstanding".
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
I feel like there’s a misunderstanding of them, of where they come from or things they’ve been through that contribute to the way they are.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
Now I have to think this through, carefully, even though I may be doomed to another misunderstanding.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
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