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misplaced

adjective

Lost temporarily; as especially put in an unaccustomed or forgotten place

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Word length
9
Starts with
M
Ends with
D
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
16

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adjective

  1. Lost temporarily; as especially put in an unaccustomed or forgotten place

    “The mislaid hat turned up eventually”

adjective

  1. Put in the wrong place or position

    “She was penalized for a spelling mistake or a misplaced accent”

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The mislaid hat turned up eventually
Misplaced tickets
She was penalized for a spelling mistake or a misplaced accent

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