improper

Example Sentences

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"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

District Judge James Boasberg said the subpoenas were improper.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

"The Court therefore finds that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and will quash them."

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

An IG audit released last week estimated that 99% of Colorado’s Medicaid payments in 2022 and 2023 for autism treatment were improper or likely improper, totalling $285.2 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

Of course, she never took more time than her entitlement, and thus I felt it improper to inquire further concerning these outings of hers.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro