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improper

[im-prop-er] / ɪmˈprɒp ər /




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Federal prosecutors indicted Bolton last year on 18 counts related to improper handling of classified material.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The Government Accountability Office recently reported, or estimated, a headline-grabbing “$3 trillion” in so-called improper payments in the federal budget.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

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

“Am I free to return to my home? Shall I be at liberty from the improper meddling of your Committee?”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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