misleading
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- misleadingly adverb
- misleadingness noun
Etymology
Origin of misleading
Example Sentences
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But as “Kokuho’s” characters seek such an accolade for themselves, they come to realize how misleading it is.
From Los Angeles Times
Today, Manuel remorsefully talks about learning through his work on “Top Model” how these real young women were forced into misleading but defining storylines.
From Salon
Sayers commended the philosopher for anticipating “the great modern theory of fair-play” that defined these works: The author must present all the clues necessary for solving the mystery while misleading the reader about their import.
Tesla sales won’t be suspended in California after regulators ruled Tuesday that the electric vehicle company has stopped misleading customers about its driver assistance features.
From Los Angeles Times
Drivers need to pay attention all the time, and California officials thought the name was misleading.
From Barron's
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