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be appropriate

VERB
become
Synonyms
STRONGEST
belong to
STRONG
accord adorn agree augment display embellish enrich fit flatter garnish grace harmonize heighten match ornament suit
WEAK
go together go with make handsome set off
Antonyms
STRONG
decrease disagree hurt leave plain mar oppose refuse uglify withhold
VERB
pertain
Synonyms
STRONGEST
apply refer relate
STRONG
affect appertain associate befit belong combine concern connect join regard touch vest
WEAK
be part of be pertinent bear on inhere with
Antonyms
STRONG
disconnect disjoin divide part separate

Example Sentences

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In a benign case, with the strait reopening quickly, an extended pause followed by resuming gradual cuts as the inflation shock faded could be appropriate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

It might only be appropriate for very conservative investors.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Smith emphasized that these findings apply at the population level and may not be appropriate for every individual.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

"Acknowledging the seriousness of the accusations that have been made against Scott, we don't believe it would be appropriate to air the episode at this time," Channel 4 said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

So make it interesting and fun, but please be appropriate.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray