improper
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This was "to avoid any real or perceived improper advantage to an organisation by employing someone who has had access to government policy or commercially valuable or sensitive information".
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
Other suspected fraud schemes involve enrolling beneficiaries without their consent and improper billing practices.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026
Last year, the Justice Department separately filed a misconduct complaint against Boasberg, alleging he made improper comments during a private meeting among judges about the risk that the administration would defy court rulings.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
CHP officials regularly conduct enforcement operations targeting improper use of carpool lanes, including drivers attempting to evade rules by using mannequins or other objects to mimic passengers.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
In a very improper voice, Jaya said, “I order you to stay for dinner!”
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
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