appropriate
Example Sentences
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"Feminism often seeks to appropriate signs that, socially and culturally, were long reserved for men, in order to assert -- or even visually normalise -- the fact that a woman can wield power and lead," she explained.
From Barron's
Warsh said the asset-buying policy, which came to be known as quantitative easing, was an appropriate emergency measure but needed to be reversed once the crisis passed.
From Barron's
Bitcoin is one area up for discussion for suitable clients with appropriate risk tolerance and time horizons.
From MarketWatch
“I imagine thieves require appropriate footwear. But I might steal a bit of food right now. I’m terribly hungry.”
From Literature
"It is untenable to continue so I will be stepping down at the appropriate time to ensure there is an election," said Corlett, who will not be standing again.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
