improperly

Example Sentences

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A new study finds some 6.2 million people are improperly enrolled.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The Wall Street Journal reported that, according to an internal complaint at Fannie Mae, Pulte had improperly accessed the mortgage records of James and other Democratic officials.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

A year earlier, the company settled with the EPA over allegations that it had improperly stored ignitable hazardous waste at a facility near San Diego.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

They argued that police improperly searched his bag without a warrant, and did not properly question Mangione.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Folk shoe their horses badly, saddle them improperly, feed them poorly, then complain that they were sold a half-lame, sway- back, ill-tempered hack.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss