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One major reason is fraud, where one party intentionally misleads the other before the agreement is signed, causing the other party to enter the contract based on false information.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Unions say the Freedom Foundation misleads workers by using union colors and logos to make the mail seem as if it is coming from the union itself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

“Attempting to classify foods as unhealthy simply because they are processed, or demonizing food by ignoring its full nutrient content, misleads consumers and exacerbates health disparities,” Gallo said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025

The ASA is cracking down on online ads like these, saying their structure misleads customers.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2024

He misleads men by the very robustness of his talk into the notion that great dreams can take the place of great actions.

From Masterman and Son by Dawson, W. J. (William James)