be appropriate

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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

In fact, if recent trends continue, Hammack believes it may soon be appropriate to act—and that may require the Fed to raise rates.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

"However, it would not be appropriate for the party to offer comment on the details of matters of this nature."

From BBC • May 12, 2026

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

“An exception to a rule. Lily thought we should try to convince them that three children would be appropriate for our family.”

From "Son" by Lois Lowry