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as in distorts
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
this summary seriously misrepresents the general tone and substance of the speech
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as in obscures
to give a misleading impression of
deliberately misrepresented the facts of the case
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Recent Examples of misrepresents
The former name — which suggests the disorder mainly involves multiple ovarian cysts — misrepresents the wide-ranging hormonal and metabolic impact.
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Michelle Seguin, EverydayHealth.com, 13 May 2026
After all, the endless stream of Western influencer content misrepresents the city’s demographics.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 1 Apr. 2026
The front-facing exterior of the Shoreside Cottage misrepresents its nearly 2,000-square-foot size.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
To suggest otherwise is a fantasy that misrepresents the sophistication of Christian political thought during the Middle Ages – and in the present.
—Brett Whalen, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Nebraska became the latest state to sue Roblox on Wednesday, alleging that the popular gaming platform exploits children and misrepresents its safety practices.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
Ideas expressed in the piece Hillary Clinton’s claim that Democratic presidents deported more people without detaining children or killing citizens misrepresents the historical record of immigration enforcement under Democratic administrations.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Following a misleading report on hospital finances, The Denver Post published an editorial that misrepresents UCHealth’s role in caring for Colorado patients and misstates key facts about our financial operations.
—Elizabeth B. Concordia, Denver Post, 29 Dec. 2025
The Washington Post is currently pioneering the field of AI slop podcasts, allowing users to generate audio content that, according to staffers, is full of errors and misrepresents articles by the newspaper’s actual reporters.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 14 Dec. 2025
Michelle Seguin, EverydayHealth.com, 13 May 2026
After all, the endless stream of Western influencer content misrepresents the city’s demographics.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 1 Apr. 2026
The front-facing exterior of the Shoreside Cottage misrepresents its nearly 2,000-square-foot size.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
To suggest otherwise is a fantasy that misrepresents the sophistication of Christian political thought during the Middle Ages – and in the present.
—Brett Whalen, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Nebraska became the latest state to sue Roblox on Wednesday, alleging that the popular gaming platform exploits children and misrepresents its safety practices.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
Ideas expressed in the piece Hillary Clinton’s claim that Democratic presidents deported more people without detaining children or killing citizens misrepresents the historical record of immigration enforcement under Democratic administrations.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Following a misleading report on hospital finances, The Denver Post published an editorial that misrepresents UCHealth’s role in caring for Colorado patients and misstates key facts about our financial operations.
—Elizabeth B. Concordia, Denver Post, 29 Dec. 2025
The Washington Post is currently pioneering the field of AI slop podcasts, allowing users to generate audio content that, according to staffers, is full of errors and misrepresents articles by the newspaper’s actual reporters.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 14 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misrepresents
Verb
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The paper burns away when fired in the kiln, leaving a structure that slumps and distorts under the effects of heat and gravity.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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But the idea that an AI bot can determine a verdict by assessing evidence distorts the meaning of legal judgment.—
Sonali Chakravarti,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
Verb
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The resounding opposition figure, however, obscures the GOP split on the issue.—
Haris Alic,
The Washington Examiner,
15 May 2026
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This narrative, reliably recycled by politicians seeking reelection and economists insulated from everyday pressures, obscures a more complicated reality.—
Gene Ludwig,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
Verb
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In Vidal’s telling, the trashy sensationalism of Hearst’s proto-clickbait conceals a tremendous political power.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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While the joy of the wedding barely conceals an undercurrent of pain, that scene infuses the film with a jolt of energy, helping the viewer to exhale for the first time.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Surface the places where your knowledge base contradicts itself.—
Philip Brittan,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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This decision contradicts scientific evidence and ignores the reality that women — particularly Black women — bear a disproportionate burden of obesity and its complications.—
Latisa S Carson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
Verb
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So Daisy hides the truth from everyone but Shu.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
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The virus hides out in reservoirs in the body and rebounds fast if people stop treatment.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Tall, thoughtful and calm, Acker’s nature belies the turbulence and emotion of his art.—
Paul Hodgins,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
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Starring opposite Renate Reinsve, Stan once again plunges into a risky, thorny role with a look that belies his MCU star status.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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