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unprofessional

[uhn-pruh-fesh-uh-nl] / ˌʌn prəˈfɛʃ ə nl /


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They say it's unprofessional, too informal, and a distraction.

From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026

All this to say, I understand why the question of whether iced coffee is unprofessional has taken over my feeds for the last several days.

From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026

Alberto Carvalho, the school board accused its heralded leader of unprofessional conduct, unsatisfactory performance and “violation of or refusal to obey” state laws or school district regulations.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026

Still, older generations in any industry might judge a job candidate who shows up to an interview via their phone as unprofessional.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026

It was unprofessional of other doctors to make such attacks.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow




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