Treat badly Crossword Clue

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MISUSE

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(noun)
1. cruel or inhumane treatment
2. a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
(verb)
1. treat badly
2. use foul or abusive language towards

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

BADLY (adverb)
1. in a disobedient or naughty way
2. with great intensity (`bad’ is a nonstandard variant for `badly’)
TREAT (verb)
1. provide with choice or abundant food or drink
2. provide treatment for
TREAT (noun)
1. something considered choice to eat
2. an occurrence that causes special pleasure or delight

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

MISUSE
(6 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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BEAUS

More NYT Midi Crossword (4/6/2026) Answers

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Down

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