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Mistreatment Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is ABUSE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: ABUSE

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About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "ABUSE" which means:

    noun
  • • Cruel or inhumane treatment
  • • A rude expression intended to offend or hurt
  • • Improper or excessive use
  • verb
  • • Treat badly
  • • Change the inherent purpose or function of something
  • • Use foul or abusive language towards
  • • Use wrongly or improperly or excessively

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He would often abuse his power and manipulate his subordinates."
  • • "Some people abuse drugs as a way to escape reality."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
The Guardian Quick19 Jun 2018 Across 22
New York Times02 Jan 2014 Down 26
New York Times12 Feb 2012 Across 109
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