appropriate
Example Sentences
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The Scottish government said Police Scotland would remain an unarmed force and that its current capability was both appropriate and proportionate.
From BBC
The TRA added that it considered the publication of the adverse findings it had made was "sufficient to send an appropriate message to the teacher as to the standards of behaviour that are not acceptable".
From BBC
The Swedes believed Kennedy was repeatedly double-touching some of his stones - releasing the handle at the appropriate time but then giving the stone another little prod with his finger to correct its course.
From BBC
On Thursday, Long said: "We cannot continue to hold these cases hostage while we have a discussion about legal aid fees. It isn't ethical and it isn't appropriate."
From BBC
And while some commenters say it can be an appropriate gift, others say differently.
From MarketWatch
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