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properly

[prop-er-lee]

adverb

  1. in a way that is appropriate to the purpose or circumstances; suitably.

    Students should ensure that a current valid parking permit is properly displayed on their vehicle.

  2. correctly.

    His recent statement gave the wrong impression and does not properly reflect where he stands on the issue.

  3. in a way that conforms to established standards of behavior or manners.

    They usually dress very properly, but sometimes a bit daringly, hoping to start the latest new trend.



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They added that private firms "should not replace or supplement police and it is for properly trained officers to intervene when a crime has been committed".

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In fact, the entire live-action endeavor hinged on whether Toothless could be properly translated as a photorealistic dragon among human actors and physical sets, while retaining the charm of the animated movies.

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And he demonstrates, through a diverse range of examples, that properly designed deliberation can vindicate the promise of democracy, even at a moment when global faith in that promise seems to be fading to nothing.

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The complaint alleged that Brock didn’t administer sufficient pain medication and failed to properly complete the procedure or follow up with pathology findings.

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If they're not properly extended, a fully loaded jet - carrying passengers, heavy fuel for a long-haul flight, and battling hot conditions - will struggle to lift off.

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