inappropriateness

Example Sentences

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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

"They are not edifying or appropriate for a person who was representing all of Spanish football. He himself has publicly acknowledged the inappropriateness of his behaviour."

From BBC • Aug. 26, 2023

But a little of that sound goes a long way, just as Silverman’s naïve inappropriateness, so effective in her standup, works only the first few times onstage.

From New York Times • Jun. 7, 2022

“These different groups that normally would be at odds with one another all agree on the inappropriateness of no-knock warrants,” he added.

From Washington Times • Jun. 1, 2020

“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