misalignment
noun
mis·align·ment
ˌmis-ə-ˈlīn-mənt 
plural misalignments
: the condition of being out of correct position or improperly adjusted : bad or incorrect alignment
Over time, because of damage and wear, typewriters develop faults and misalignments that render their typescript unique.—
Laney Salisbury et al.
Laney Salisbury et al.… overuse injuries are all too often the consequence of poor technique or misalignment of body parts.—Jane E. Brody
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The leadership team faced growing misalignment, and financial struggles began to surface.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
By applying this tool, families can identify areas of misalignment and begin meaningful conversations around succession, governance, and adaptability.
—Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In the procedure, screws and rods are used to connect bones in the spine to address misalignments and prevent movements that can cause pain.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
An abrupt increase in fund size can create GP-LP misalignment and increase deployment pressure—often forcing GPs to move away from their investment sweet spot or cut corners on diligence.
—Miruna-Ioana Girtu, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
By applying this tool, families can identify areas of misalignment and begin meaningful conversations around succession, governance, and adaptability.
—Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In the procedure, screws and rods are used to connect bones in the spine to address misalignments and prevent movements that can cause pain.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
An abrupt increase in fund size can create GP-LP misalignment and increase deployment pressure—often forcing GPs to move away from their investment sweet spot or cut corners on diligence.
—Miruna-Ioana Girtu, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Misalignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/misalignment. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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