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to misplace
01
to place an object in a location where one is unable to find it
02
to arrange an item in a way that is improper based on conventions, standards, or designated positioning
Example
Documents were misplaced in a manner that prevented anyone from accessing them for years.
I misplaced my wallet and tore the whole house apart but still couldn't find where I put it.
History books sometimes misplace importance on minor figures instead of more impactful leaders.
The airline misplaced his luggage, causing a bit of a delay.
The movers accidentally misplaced some boxes during the relocation and they ended up in the wrong room.
