mishandling
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/ˌmɪsˈhændlɪŋ/
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/ˌmɪsˈhændlɪŋ/
When someone does not handle a situation or problem well.
The mishandling of the situation led to a lot of confusion.
对这种情况的不当处理导致了大量混乱。
When someone treats an object or person roughly or without care.
The mishandling of the delicate vase caused it to break.
对这只精致花瓶的不当处理导致它破裂了。