improper
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Spills or improper disposal can allow the chemical to move through soil and reach groundwater, creating another potential route of exposure.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 7, 2026
In November 2025, the Football Association had charged Palace with failing to ensure that supporters did not behave in an improper, offensive, abusive or provocative way.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 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
Mayer said the classification is not automatically improper under federal law.
From Salon ● Aug. 1, 2026
And away went Meg to help ‘that man’ in his highly improper employment.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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