improper

Example Sentences

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Instead, they attempt to judge plan investment results with improper second-guessing in hindsight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

"If people think there is anything improper in this, they should report us. They won't because there isn't," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

CHP officials regularly conduct enforcement operations targeting improper use of carpool lanes, including drivers attempting to evade rules by using mannequins or other objects to mimic passengers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

District Judge James Boasberg said the subpoenas were improper.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

For all that, Briony had been thoroughly improper at dinner to speak that way to Robbie.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan