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improper

[im-prop-er] / ɪmˈprɒp ər /




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"It is illegal and improper because there is no risk of him fleeing or avoiding questioning," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Other suspected fraud schemes involve enrolling beneficiaries without their consent and improper billing practices.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

FJC director Judge Robin Rosenberg told us “the processes followed” in the development of the manual were “thorough, rigorous, careful, and free from improper influence,” including rounds of comments and external reviews.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

"The Court therefore finds that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and will quash them."

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

“Am I free to return to my home? Shall I be at liberty from the improper meddling of your Committee?”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson