improper
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Feldstein Soto said the employee was fired for having improper outside employment.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
That is, of course, totally improper and unacceptable.
From Slate • May 22, 2026
Allen is concerned that the improper guidance could lead to people who are now home under self-quarantine taking their quarantine less seriously than they should—particularly with the incubation period being up to 42 days.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
"We have no choice but to reverse the denial of Murdaugh's motion for a new trial due to Hill's improper external influence on the jury."
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
It was improper to wear the tassels hanging out when in the presence of the dead.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
Vocabulary lists containing improper
CTE Construction ("Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills,") Vocabulary from Module One
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