Construing

The journalist is construing the politician's statement as a threat.

The diplomat was tasked with construing the foreign leader's speech for his own government.

The children were having fun construing sandcastles on the beach.

The fashion designer was famous for construing unique outfits from unconventional fabrics.

The politician is construing his opponent's words to make him look bad.

The journalist is construing the politician's statement as a veiled threat.