misappropriation
Example Sentences
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Kilcher, 36, filed her complaint Tuesday in California Central District Court and is suing on numerous counts including misappropriation of likeness, invasion of privacy and interfering with possible financial gain.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
He formally charged Gomez with embezzlement, influence peddling, corruption in business dealings and misappropriation of funds, the ruling added.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
The case is the third high-profile incident in recent years involving misappropriation of the company’s trade secrets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026
Bottom line: If your mother authorized the sale of her home and it was understood that the proceeds belonged to her, your sister could be found guilty of misappropriation.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026
Bobby was indignant and then irate when he heard about it, proclaiming the film a misappropriation of his name and, therefore, an invasion of his privacy.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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