inappropriateness

Example Sentences

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Dementia tends to be thought of mostly as a memory-loss disease, but there are many other aspects, including disorientation, difficulty balancing, poor coordination, trouble multitasking, confusion, wandering, apathy, irritability, impulsivity, poor judgment, and social inappropriateness.

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2026

Introducing a “Squid Game” fireplace seemed like an odd choice in 2024 — or any year, truly — but this year’s “KPop Demon Hunters” fireplace gives that some real competition for seasonal inappropriateness.

From Salon • Dec. 18, 2025

It was the inappropriateness of his high status that made him amusing.

From New York Times • Jan. 9, 2024

The Jingxi City Public Security Bureau and local government defended the exercise, however, claiming it was an "on-site disciplinary warning activity" and that there was no "inappropriateness", according to local media.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2021

“Get Well Soon!” it urged, and the terrible inappropriateness of it forced him to stifle a giggle.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro