be proper

Example Sentences

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“There has to be proper security, vetting for folks coming in from other countries,” Padilla agreed.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025

“Since I do not believe my impartiality can reasonably be questioned, I do not think it would be proper for me to recuse,” he wrote.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2024

In a statement, Hybu Cig Cymru said it "must advise that it would not be proper for any HR matters to be discussed in public on the basis of anonymous sources".

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2024

On Monday, Sarah Dines, a Home Office minister, described the barge as “basic but proper” and said that it would send “a forceful message that there will be proper accommodation but not luxurious.”

From New York Times • Aug. 7, 2023

Vic thought it too fancy a word to be proper, and soon had gotten the entire table laughing and saying “enjoyable” in mocking tones until Reynie had finally excused himself without dessert and retreated here.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart