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misunderstanding

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




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An FAA official speaking at the hearing said there was a misunderstanding in earlier years about the severity of a potential failure around the bearing and its effect on related components.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Researchers involved in the renaming effort argue that this misunderstanding has contributed to delayed diagnosis and fragmented care.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

The plot involved a phone call-related misunderstanding between the titular characters which resulted in Gavin driving to Wales to repair their relationship.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Your agent appears to be misunderstanding the underwriting rules.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

“You are purposely misunderstanding me, ma reine. Are you in love with Robert?”

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin




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