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appropriate

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






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“That threat must be addressed in an appropriate manner.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

This suggests astrocytes help not only create fear memories but also guide how the brain uses those memories to choose appropriate reactions in threatening situations.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

“Also, if there is no clinical data for a substance, and an awareness that the substance has the propensity for harm, that could make it an appropriate placement on the Category 2 list.”

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Mr Peck said the car had not been fully excavated and appropriate samples had not been taken within 24 hours.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

I fisted my hands at my sides and stood through it, echoing amen when it was appropriate.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros