misconstrue
verb (used with object)
to misunderstand the meaning of; take in a wrong sense; misinterpret.
is misconstruing
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present progressiveof misconstrue (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"I wouldn't say it's been an easy tour – that is misconstruing things," Strauss added.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 2, 2011
