misread

Example Sentences

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“I totally misread how I would feel,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

DeRosa, an MLB Network analyst, said afterward that he had “misspoke” during his interview and “completely misread the calculations.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Study co-author Dr Emily Goldacre said toys like Gabbo could "misread emotions or respond inappropriately" and was concerned that "children may be left without comfort from the toy and without adult support, either".

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

It won’t misread a macro data print because it slept poorly or broke up with someone last night.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

I wait for another minute, just to be sure I hadn’t misread Day’s exit.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu