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Misgovern

To govern ill; as, to misgovern a country.

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Govern 76% connected

To direct and control, as the actions or conduct of men, either by established laws or by arbitrary will; to regulate by authority.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Rule 76% connected

That which is prescribed or laid down as a guide for conduct or action; a governing direction for a specific purpose; an authoritative enactment; a r…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Misgovernment 74% connected

Bad government; want of government.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Misgovernment 74% connected

Bad government; want of government.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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