Does it make us persevere in doing good in spite of ingratitude; and only pity the ignorance, or prejudice, or malice, which misrepresents our conduct, or misconstrues our motives?
"A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians, in the Middle and Higher Classes in this Country, Contrasted with Real Christianity."
William Wilberforce
Now she misconstrues what was meant for a jest into a contemptible trick.
"Peggy Owen and Liberty"
Lucy Foster Madison
I've argued myself hoarse, but he misconstrues everything I say.
"Rainbow's End"
Rex Beach