make sth inappropriate

Frequency: 6.555.8 per million words

To cause something to become unsuitable or improper.

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Examples (10)

  • The large size of the machines can make their use inappropriate for small homes.
  • His sarcastic tone tends to make every comment inappropriate during serious discussions.
  • Ignoring cultural norms will often make your actions inappropriate in a foreign country.
  • Her constant jokes about the sensitive topic began to make the atmosphere inappropriate for the meeting.
  • Such a casual dress code would make the occasion inappropriate for a formal ceremony.
  • Their loud music started to make the quiet library inappropriate for studying.
  • A sudden change in the market can make a previously good investment inappropriate for risk-averse investors.
  • His lack of empathy can make his advice inappropriate for someone seeking comfort.
  • Too much detail can make a presentation inappropriate for a general audience.
  • The timing of the announcement seemed to make the celebration inappropriate given the recent tragedy.