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Allen is concerned that the improper guidance could lead to people who are now home under self-quarantine taking their quarantine less seriously than they should—particularly with the incubation period being up to 42 days.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
"We have no choice but to reverse the denial of Murdaugh's motion for a new trial due to Hill's improper external influence on the jury."
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
The indictment also states that Synergy employees knew about the improper use of the flushing pump and "took steps to hide the use" on the Dali and other vessels.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
In one, the commission found that he “displayed improper demeanor” to two attorneys early in the pandemic.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
In the Chinese culture, young children never call their elder siblings by name as it is considered improper and disrespectful.
From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung
Vocabulary lists containing improper
CTE Construction ("Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills,") Vocabulary from Module One
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