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
Jane E. BrodyExamples of misalignment in a Sentence
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Cultural misalignment leads to friction and attrition, while prioritizing cultural fit fosters a positive environment for long-term success.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Ultimately, the mattress should balance comfort and support to alleviate pressure without causing misalignment.
—Rachel Tavel, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
Researchers leverage their findings to offer suggestions to marketers on how to overcome past strategy misalignment in order to continue to benefit from social media’s immediacy and pervasiveness, including through the use of Gen AI.
—Christine Moorman
koen Pauwels, Harvard Business Review, 14 Oct. 2024
Such misalignments highlight the need for better preparation and understanding of workplace dynamics, starting in college.
—Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2024
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Ultimately, the mattress should balance comfort and support to alleviate pressure without causing misalignment.
—Rachel Tavel, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
Researchers leverage their findings to offer suggestions to marketers on how to overcome past strategy misalignment in order to continue to benefit from social media’s immediacy and pervasiveness, including through the use of Gen AI.
—Christine Moorman
koen Pauwels, Harvard Business Review, 14 Oct. 2024
Such misalignments highlight the need for better preparation and understanding of workplace dynamics, starting in college.
—Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2024
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“Misalignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/misalignment. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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