misunderstood

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The company had previously argued that the government's case misunderstood the complexities of the live event sector.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

There are some pro forma jokes about the sensitivities of the young, with Greg getting into not-very-hot water over misunderstood references to “white whale” and the Bangles’ “Walk Like an Egyptian.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Shelley’s story is so moving precisely because it’s tinged with firsthand knowledge of the despair that comes with being misunderstood and othered at no fault of one’s own.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

Berkshire recently became more attractive in part because the market seems to have misunderstood its earnings report over the weekend, according to money manager and Buffettologist Christopher Bloomstran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Being misunderstood was all part of the package.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris