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
Avara says the legal claim is based on a misunderstanding, not supported by scientific data and it was confident there was no case to defend.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Emerging market bond resilience reflects “a misunderstanding of the asset class,” says Chris Hays, a portfolio manager at fixed-income specialist TCW.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 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
"You see I'm afraid there's some sort of misunderstanding."
From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway
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