be appropriate

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“I felt it would be appropriate to consult other physicians with expertise in bone healing/bone metabolism,” ElAttrache told the New York Times via text.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

They added: "As police inquiries continue, it would not be appropriate to comment further."

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

While that may be appropriate, remember that past performance is no guarantee of future results.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Supplementation may be appropriate when levels are low, sun exposure is limited, or someone has osteoporosis, recurrent falls or high fracture risk.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Other people who had taken the time to dress had dressed in the oddest things, choosing things they wanted to save rather than what would be appropriate for a disaster.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep