proper channels
Example Sentences
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“And the proper channels are not random and disrespectful posts on social media.”
From Barron's ● Jan. 17, 2026
“Insults about my character,” he said, “are unfounded and unproductive…I have operated within the rules, I’ve been transparent about my aims, and I’ve engaged through proper channels to resolve disagreements.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
Overing, on the other hand, said that because the Beverly Hills substitute teacher’s online posts about the rally ignored the proper channels for disciplining students, she could have fallen afoul of district policy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2024
One review, published by the city of Minneapolis in 2020, found that city officials failed to go through proper channels when they requested help.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2024
Afterward, I would protest through the proper channels, and sometimes get it.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
