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The phrase "are misused for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing how something is improperly utilized or applied in a certain context.
Example: "Many terms in the tech industry are misused for marketing purposes, leading to confusion among consumers."
Alternatives: "are improperly used for" or "are exploited for".
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All these conflicts perpetuate mistrust and a lack of cooperation in East and Southeast Asia, hinder economic development and are misused for political purposes.
As a barometer for corruption, Transparency International examines the number and frequency of incidents where corporate assets are misused for personal gain.
The above apologist for terror spoke of "defending the honor" of the Prophet Mohamed, but Islam and the Prophet are most dishonored when they are misused for terror and hate or to promote authoritarianism.
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(The reason was both bureaucracy and the possibility that graphite could be misused for weapons).
Both have unchecked power, and both can be misused for politically motivated prosecutions, he said.
"And little by little, I realised that 'je suis Charlie' was misused for so many things.
Some advocates for the poor worried that the money might be misused for pork barrel programs dear to lawmakers.
One American scientist turned down the offer, citing fears that the report could easily be misused for political gain.
A miniaturize chemical plant fitted into a suitcase could be misused for the production of drugs and hazardous gases.
Like India or Iran, all will need fuel that could be misused for bomb-making, so new rules are needed.
Harcourt officials say they fear the tests for sale on eBay will be misused for coaching by lawyers or parents.
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