impropriety

Example Sentences

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Whether in interviews or the context of her films, Fennell doesn’t shy from the fact that she enjoys themes that flirt with impropriety or visuals that push the limits.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Willis was removed from the case after the court determined a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor assigned to the case created an "appearance of impropriety."

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

Becerra issued a statement saying that the “formal accusations of impropriety by a long-serving trusted advisor are a gut punch.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025

But the appearance of impropriety is bad enough—and the temptation to act on insider information is just too high to continue allowing the status quo.

From Slate • Nov. 7, 2025

“Of course,” he replies, taken aback by the mere suggestion of impropriety.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman