Mistreat
Crossword Clue and Answers

Looking for answers to the "Mistreat" crossword clue? it's your lucky day, we have them! Today we have 8 crossword solutions for Mistreat.

We most recently saw this clue in Irish Independent - Simple.

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Publications

  • Irish Independent - Simple - Saturday, 18 Sep 2021
  • The New York Times Crossword - Monday, 26 Sep 2016

Crossword Answers

4 letters

STEP
Any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal; "the situation called for strong measures"; "the police took steps to reduce crime"

HARM
The act of damaging something or someone

5 letters

ABUSE
Cruel or inhumane treatment; "the child showed signs of physical abuse"

6 letters

ILLUSE

MISUSE
Improper or excessive use; "alcohol abuse"; "the abuse of public funds"

8 letters

ILLTREAT

MALTREAT
Treat badly; "This boss abuses his workers"; "She is always stepping on others to get ahead"

9 letters

MANHANDLE
Handle roughly; "I was manhandled by the police"