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






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She also noted that patients experiencing cognitive problems during cancer treatment should consult their healthcare provider before starting any intervention to ensure it is appropriate for their individual situation.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

OpenAI recently said that a government investment fund that owns shares of AI companies might be appropriate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The UK cosmetics industry says it recognises that advice and support is needed to make sure that young children are using age appropriate products.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

He believes the appropriate TAM for SpaceX’s connectivity solutions is closer to the $130 billion mark — an entire order of magnitude smaller than SpaceX’s projections.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

That’s proper and appropriate, since he’s a warbler.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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