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misguided

[mis-gahy-did] / mɪsˈgaɪ dɪd /


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That doesn’t mean people’s concern is exactly misguided.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

The idea that 5% represents some kind of impenetrable ceiling for yields is misguided, Perz said.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Avara, which dominates chicken farming in the area, and Welsh Water, have respectively called the claims "misconceived" and "misguided".

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

But McVay’s desire to not hurt Stafford’s feelings by not publicly giving Simpson a trademark, positive-infused welcome-to-L.A. moment seemed misguided.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Do not be misguided by my poetic inclinations.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys




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