misapplication
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Lawyers for the companies have already vowed to appeal, insisting that they can persuade higher courts to nix these awards as a misapplication of the law.
From Slate ● Mar. 30, 2026
Roberts created it with an ellipsis that edited out the actual law and created what can only be seen as a deliberate misapplication of precedent.
From Salon ● Oct. 15, 2025
Mr Downs also confirmed a report in the Financial Times that he has launched an investigation into the possible "misapplication" of about £25m at the business.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2024
Poor communication, by contrast, prompts disregard for policy, confusion and the misapplication of guidelines.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2024
Many millions of animals, as well as members of the human family, have died from a misapplication of medicine, and officious meddling.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by George Dadd
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