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Misrepresent (Verb)

Represent falsely; "This statement misrepresents my intentions".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The politician's words misrepresent the actual statistics on unemployment rates during their term in office.
The article was criticized for misrepresenting the scientist's groundbreaking research on climate change.
His lawyer argued that the opposing counsel had misrepresent the facts of the case.
The sales representative was fired for misrepresenting the product's features and capabilities to potential customers.
The fake online review misrepresents the quality of service provided by the restaurant.

Tamper, with the purpose of deception; "Fudge the figures"; "cook the books"; "falsify the data".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The company was accused of misrepresenting its financial position to investors by manipulating its accounting records.
The researcher was found to have misrepresenting the data in her study, which led to false conclusions being drawn.
The employee was fired after it was discovered that he had misrepresenting his hours worked to receive extra pay.
The politician was accused of misrepresenting the facts about her opponent to gain an advantage in the election.
The company's accountant was under investigation for misrepresenting the company's tax returns to avoid paying certain taxes.