misunderstand
Example Sentences
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These misunderstandings point to a clear need for simple environmental impact labels to help guide better choices.
From Science Daily
The expert said: "The idea of a heroic march is a Victorian invention that has shaped our understanding, or misunderstanding, of 1066 for far too long."
From BBC
"As well as leading to misunderstanding of serious conditions and pathologising ordinary behaviour, misinformation can also lead to delayed diagnosis for people that actually do need help."
From BBC
Doctors say many patients misunderstand the role of the drugs.
From BBC
In October, Aliyev said that "past misunderstandings between the two countries have been resolved" after meeting Macron in Copenhagen.
From Barron's
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