be proper

Frequency: 7.015.2 per million words

Used to state that something is socially or morally correct.

properVERBS + proper

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Examples (10)

  • It is not proper to interrupt someone while they are speaking.
  • In some cultures, it would not be proper to wear shoes indoors.
  • Her behavior at the formal dinner was entirely proper.
  • He always ensures that his conduct is proper in public.
  • For a child, it might not be proper to stay up so late.
  • The judge ruled that the proceedings had been proper and fair.
  • To show respect, it is proper to stand when an elder enters the room.
  • They debated whether it was proper for a leader to express such strong opinions.
  • It is only right and proper that you should attend his funeral.
  • The tribunal decided that his actions were perfectly proper.