was misusing
- past progressive of misuse.
Example Sentences
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A 22-page report released Monday night by Platkin’s office outlined an inquiry that began in 2022 when whistleblowers claimed the prosecutor’s office was misusing grant funding from the state Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 9, 2024
In 2020, eight top aides told the FBI they were concerned Paxton was misusing his office to help Paul over the developer’s unproven claims about an elaborate conspiracy to steal $200 million of his properties.
From Washington Times ● May 28, 2023
Now a documentary film maker, Mr Stanners made a formal complaint in 2011 alleging that his then colleague Mr Bell was misusing funds and bullying staff.
From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2021
While most found the photo heartwarming, one Instagram user took issue with the post, suggesting the firefighter was misusing his time amid continuing wildfires ravaging California.
From Fox News ● Nov. 15, 2019
Nevertheless, good judges recognized his value, and guessed the powers, lying still unformed within him, which he was misusing ere they were mature.
From Saint Augustin by O'Sullivan, Vincent
