Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misfeasances
Noun
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Woods is charged with driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, both misdemeanors.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026 -
Coffey opened a special court in a homeless shelter so homeless people facing misdemeanors could have their cases adjudicated.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Wilson, who was born in Jamaica and lived in North Lauderdale, was a religious man who put effort into his relationships and was willing to right his wrongs, said those attending the service.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Society tasks her with righting wrongs.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Montana led the nation in passing legislation that limits infringements on the ability of any resident to make full use of AI and related technologies.—
Neil Chilson,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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The framework now chosen must address significant constitutional and European legal concerns and avoid serious infringements on entrepreneurial freedom of decision-making, program design and supply.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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They were accused of minor infractions, such as cursing, missing a day of work or bringing a personal cellphone into the administration building.—
Erik Ortiz,
NBC news,
27 Mar. 2026
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The warning comes as drivers in Texas and across the country report receiving messages alleging unpaid traffic tickets, toll violations or other infractions, including the states of Michigan, Alabama, Rhode Island and North Carolina, among others.—
Maria Salette Ontiveros,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Will the agency adopt the model of personal injury attorneys and serial plaintiffs who have abused the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Unruh Civil Rights Act to shake down unsuspecting business owners for purely technical violations of the law?—
Adam Summers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Authorities said the suspect was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility and charged with first- and second-degree murder, assault and handgun violations.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Bible teaches us to seek forgiveness for transgressions and repentance for our mistakes.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Mar. 2026
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Edwards was fined a total of $420,000 by the league last season for eight different transgressions, mostly for profane language in postgame interviews.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Misfeasances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misfeasances. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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