through misuse
Frequency: 5.84.9 per million words
As a result of being used incorrectly.
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- Pollution is often caused through misuse of pesticides.
- The equipment was damaged through misuse by inexperienced operators.
- Many natural resources are depleted through misuse and lack of conservation.
- His professional reputation suffered greatly through misuse of privileged information.
- System vulnerabilities can arise through misuse of administrative credentials.
- The software became unstable through misuse of its advanced configuration options.
- She was dismissed from her position through misuse of company property.
- Important data was lost through misuse of the backup system.
- The foundation's funds were severely reduced through misuse by former trustees.
- This powerful tool can cause harm through misuse if not handled carefully.