mislay
verb (used with object)
to lose temporarily; misplace.
have mislaid
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present perfectof mislay.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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From "Fatal Attraction" and "Wall Street" to last year's "Beyond the Reach," Michael Douglas has never shied away from characters that have mislaid their moral compasses.
From Reuters ● Jul. 8, 2015
Despite the best efforts of luxury-goods manufacturers and their attendant lap-dog press, fashion seemed to have mislaid the capital “F.”
From New York Times ● Dec. 27, 2013
Sadly, I have mislaid the bus ticket she scribbled her address on the reverse of.
From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2011
Pete Doherty appears to have mislaid half of Babyshambles, appearing this week with a new drummer.
From The Guardian ● Apr. 23, 2010
“Yes, yes. You are mistaken. I put a new skein beside you only an hour ago. You have mislaid the thread,” he insisted.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
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