mismanage
verb (used with or without object)
to manage incompetently or dishonestly.
has mismanaged
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present perfectof mismanage (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Judge Williams said: "There is no evidence she has mismanaged any animals or caused any animals harm."
From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2025
Pakistan has been buffeted by double-digit inflation, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and fueling criticism that he has mismanaged the economy.
From New York Times ● Mar. 22, 2022
As Emma matures, she must face some harsh truths about herself and how she has mismanaged others.
From Salon ● Feb. 24, 2020
According to people familiar with the situation, Ball’s camp also believes that Foster has mismanaged his finances in other ways.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 25, 2019
That Jowett is a very decent fellow, and did his part well; but he has mismanaged the letters somehow.
From Great Uncle Hoot-Toot by Mrs. Molesworth
