misconstrue
verb (used with object)
to misunderstand the meaning of; take in a wrong sense; misinterpret.
had misconstrued
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past perfectof misconstrue.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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In interviews with Reuters, both said investigators with little knowledge of matters like corporate governance had misconstrued what were pro-business practices.
From Reuters ● May 12, 2023
The Patriots issued a statement Monday about the trip, saying the quarterback had tested negative daily for COVID-19 while he was away but had misconstrued the protocols about tests conducted away from NFL facilities.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 24, 2021
Mr. Erdogan handed Mr. Trump a copy of a memo written by Halkbank’s lawyers explaining why Turkey believed the Justice Department had misconstrued U.S. sanctions law.
From New York Times ● Oct. 29, 2020
For a time, the local press had misconstrued remarks made by Mayor Frey, incorrectly suggesting he had promised to move residents of The Wall to temporary housing by 30 August.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 19, 2018
I could not understand why it should be so,—unless,—unless she had misconstrued the good-bye of Rita and me.
From My Brave and Gallant Gentleman A Romance of British Columbia by Robert Watson
