inappropriate
Example Sentences
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“It’s very disappointing and inappropriate that this video was not produced in discovery,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
She’s aware she’s being betrayed by the bad faith of her family; she’s cognizant of being vulnerable to an inappropriate affection for the one person who trusts her.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The Gates spokesperson said he didn’t have “an inappropriate relationship with any employee of TerraPower.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
"It would be inappropriate to attempt to set a date... the defence position is that a commencement is contingent upon a determination... of Duterte's fitness to stand trial," the defence said.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
"This is highly inappropriate and irregular. Just who are you?"
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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