Meaning of the word "take something the wrong way" in English

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take something the wrong way

US /teɪk ˈsʌmθɪŋ ðə rɔŋ weɪ/
UK /teɪk ˈsʌmθɪŋ ðə rɔŋ weɪ/
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Idiom

1.

to misunderstand something that someone says or does, especially in a way that makes you feel offended or upset

Example:
I hope you don't take what I said the wrong way; I didn't mean to offend you.
He tends to take things the wrong way, so be careful what you say.
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