Sentence examples for awkward misappropriations from inspiring English sources

The phrase "awkward misappropriations" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe instances where something is improperly or clumsily taken or used, often in a context that highlights the inappropriateness of the action.
Example: "The artist's latest work was criticized for its awkward misappropriations of cultural symbols that lacked sensitivity."
Alternatives: "clumsy misuses" or "uncomfortable appropriations".