Mislaid Meaning in English
word · lemma: mislay
Definition
If something is mislaid, it has been put somewhere by mistake so you can't find it, often only for a short time. It means to lose something temporarily because you forgot where you placed it.
Usage & Nuances
"Mislaid" is the past participle/past tense of "mislay" and is mostly used in formal or written English. It's less direct than "lost" and implies that the item may be found. Common in the phrase 'I've mislaid my keys.' Not used for things lost permanently.
Example Sentences
I have mislaid my glasses again.
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He mislaid his passport before the trip.
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The remote control was mislaid for hours.
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I think I've mislaid my notebook somewhere at work.
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Don’t worry, it’s just mislaid—it’ll turn up soon.
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She realized she had mislaid the invoice after searching her desk.
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