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misdirecting

/mɪsdɪˈreɪktɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does misdirecting mean?

verb

To give a wrong direction or lead someone astray, often intentionally. To cause someone to believe something false or misleading.

Example

"The company's misdirecting of investors' funds led to a major financial scandal."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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