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appropriate

[uh-proh-pree-it, uh-proh-pree-eyt] / əˈproʊ pri ɪt, əˈproʊ priˌeɪt /






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"These options not only provide appropriate facilities but also contribute to the local economy, while helping to reduce pressure on sensitive locations within the Park and nearby communities," a spokesperson added.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The most likely result is that Congress will appropriate the annual shortfall in both programs, requiring the U.S.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Most importantly for the long term, we are seeing the EU lay the groundwork for a potential flourishing of capitalism by supporting technology and innovation and by reforming and deregulating where appropriate.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Shin said the risk of stagflation remains low and described the BOK’s extended pause as appropriate, calling it “strategic patience.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Our adversaries...attempted to appropriate it, but I insisted yesterday we fairly captured it....I now request the band to favor me with its performance.”

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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