While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Mishandle crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on September 8 2024 Newsday Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Mishandle has a total of 5 letters.
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Definition
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To put to a wrong use; to misapply; to misuse; to put to
a bad use; to use for a wrong purpose or end; to pervert; as, to abuse
inherited gold; to make an excessive use of; as, to abuse one's
authority.
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To use ill; to maltreat; to act injuriously to; to punish
or to tax excessively; to hurt; as, to abuse prisoners, to abuse one's
powers, one's patience.
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To revile; to reproach coarsely; to disparage.
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To dishonor.
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To violate; to ravish.
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To deceive; to impose on.
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Improper treatment or use; application to a wrong or bad
purpose; misuse; as, an abuse of our natural powers; an abuse of civil
rights, or of privileges or advantages; an abuse of language.
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Physical ill treatment; injury.
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A corrupt practice or custom; offense; crime; fault; as,
the abuses in the civil service.
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