impropriety

Example Sentences

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But allegations of corruption and impropriety have surfaced, as reported by The Wall Street Journal in 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

In an interview with The Times in November, he said he was cleared by the FBI and a GOP-led House Ethics Committee of any impropriety in his ties to Fang.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Whether in interviews or the context of her films, Fennell doesn’t shy from the fact that she enjoys themes that flirt with impropriety or visuals that push the limits.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Mr Milne has not responded to any questions put to him by the BBC, but his law firm previously told The Tribune it denied every allegation of impropriety.

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2025

But I am so worried I might do something to disappoint the Nielsens that I avoid any situation that might lead to impropriety.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline