misappropriate
Example Sentences
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In October, federal prosecutors brought their first cases, charging two real estate executives with misappropriating millions.
From Los Angeles Times
But they also must not be misappropriated by those seeking to subvert legitimate law enforcement.
The billionaire has previously said he regretted his association with Epstein, wasn’t aware of his crimes and that Epstein misappropriated funds from him.
After he passed away, the Securities and Exchange Commission brought a case against his estate, alleging that he misappropriated client funds.
From MarketWatch
The presiding judge called the argument “a tale that surpasses those of the Arabian Nights, lacking credibility,” according to Bernama, Malaysia’s state media outlet, which said the charges involved some $570 million of misappropriated assets.
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