To deride, ridicule, discourage and financially penalize those Americans fortunate enough to be making big investments is not only misplaced, but it is also harmful to the very investments in infrastructure and growth companies we desperately need for our economy to grow and create jobs.

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While a chunky frame, cellular data in only some models and a misplaced emphasis on tablet-like software kept the Streak from setting the world on fire, it would prove to be prophetic.

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He said that the concerns about the nuclear research that Iran is carrying out are misplaced because Iran is only trying to make sure there will be fuel available for electricity production, which is the main goal, he said, of Iran's nuclear research program.

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But the lead lasted only two minutes, when Xabi Alonso's misplaced pass allowed Necati to race clear and slip a cool finish past Dudek.

BBC: Galatasaray 3-2 Liverpool

Not only in terms of money, but in terms of values and priorities that get misplaced or forgotten.

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Birmingham's only lapse occurred later in the second half when Barry Ferguson, under pressure from substitute Roque Santa Cruz misplaced a back-pass straight to Tevez, but the striker shot past the far post from 10 yards.

BBC: Man City 0-0 Birmingham