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| Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
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| 2 | 35% | 7 | Malapropism, for example | |
| 3 | 31% | 8 | Utter a spoonerism or malapropism | |
Malapropism Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
MISUSAGE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MISUSAGE
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MISUSAGE" which means:
- noun
- • Improper usage (especially of words).
- • Abuse; improper handling or treatment.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The misusage of funds resulted in a financial crisis."
- • "She received a warning for the misusage of company resources."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times04 Aug 2014 | Down 35 | |
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