propriety
Example Sentences
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For the sake of propriety — Paley was one of the 20th century’s most powerful media paschas — his indiscretions were kept quiet.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
When asked by ABC News’ Mary Bruce about the propriety of hosting the prince, the president blithely dismissed the concern.
From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025
Reform MP James McMurdock has lost the whip over allegations against him related to business propriety, the party says.
From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025
And once that line of propriety has been moved, there’s no nudging it back.
From Slate • Dec. 11, 2024
Contrary to law and decent propriety, Miss Lavinia had been out for a gallop on the Common.
From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes
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