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Drug misuse, chemical exposure, autoimmune diseases and infections are among the conditions that can cause a perforated septum.

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Now, lawsuits allege the younger Bren misused millions in investments to fund his lavish lifestyle.

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“Treasury will not tolerate fraudulent misuse of federal contracting programs,” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.

It’s challenging to refrain from lustily joining that boot party, but that would be a misuse of energy and attention.

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As you learned, joint accounts — even and especially emergency funds — can be misused by one partner, although every day appears to be an emergency for your husband.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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