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misunderstood

[mis-uhn-der-stood] / ˌmɪs ʌn dərˈstʊd /
ADJECTIVE
misinterpreted
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I feel similarly about French onion soup and dip mix, which may be the most misunderstood packet in the grocery store.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

They misunderstood the nature of a regime that has survived for almost half a century despite severe tests imposed by war, sanctions and isolation.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

And, like Elphaba, Zandrya might be a little misunderstood.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The short answer: Your accountant has their wires crossed — or you may have misunderstood what they said.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

“I — I really never — you may have misunderstood —” “We’ll leave it to you, then, Gilderoy,” said Professor McGonagall.

From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling




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