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appropriate

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






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He said that at 3.5% to 3.75%, the Fed’s current rate target is appropriate for now, but indicated that if price increases cool, he could support additional cuts.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It is for them to use their platform when they deem it appropriate," he suggested.

From BBC

The overhaul includes an exception for unaccompanied minors, who will still receive protected status for a period of five years "while the Government considers the appropriate long-term policy for this group".

From Barron's

But what level of generality is appropriate for this analysis?

From The Wall Street Journal

"Once identified we need to implement appropriate management measures to bring about seabird recovery," she added.

From BBC