inappropriate
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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
ICDs can also cause what are known as inappropriate shocks - instances where the device is erroneously activated.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The Gates spokesperson said he did not have “an inappropriate relationship with any employee of TerraPower.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
“Safety is a cornerstone of our business and we have zero tolerance for inappropriate and unsafe behavior.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
A long embrace in the middle of this fancy lobby is probably inappropriate; people are staring.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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