improper
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The government has been ramping up its investigations of improper care — such as leaving patients in unnecessary pain, signing people up without their consent or failing to properly screen and train employees.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
The accusations also included alleged unauthorized handling of district property and improper use of district resources, including a car and driver intended for work-related tasks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
He confronted the then-president, J. Michael Pressimone, telling him the practice was improper and had to end.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
The FA said it is "alleged that the head coach acted in an improper manner and/or brought the game into disrepute by directing and/or authorising the observation of training sessions" of these games.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
She was dressed practically for traveling, pants and shirt, and was just young enough for it not to seem improper.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
Vocabulary lists containing improper
CTE Construction ("Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills,") Vocabulary from Module One
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