mistreat
verb (used with object)
to treat badly or abusively.
mistreating
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present participleof mistreat.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Before the Rand Refinery can handle the metal, it needs to ensure it is mined in a responsible manner, including without damaging the environment, mistreating workers or funding corrupt officials.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026
State Farm spokesperson Bob Devereux disputed the insurer was mistreating its customers and said in a written statement an “overwhelming majority are satisfied with our service.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2025
But the zoo's director has urged people to behave when they come to see Moo Deng, after videos emerged showing visitors mistreating the animal.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2024
The patients she was accused of mistreating ranged in age from 43 to 104.
From New York Times ● May 2, 2024
“This guy’s been mistreating his momma,” Darlene explained.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
