mishandle
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Britannica Dictionary definition of MISHANDLE
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1
:
to deal with or manage (something) badly or incorrectly
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The police mishandled the investigation.
2
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to touch or treat (something) in a way that causes damage
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mishandle a package
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Apples are easily bruised when they are mishandled.
3
sports
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to fail to catch or hold (a ball) properly
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The shortstop mishandled the throw.
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The quarterback fumbled when he mishandled the snap.
— mishandling
noun [noncount]-
The police have been criticized for their mishandling of the investigation.
