properly
Americanadverb
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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.
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correctly.
His recent statement gave the wrong impression and does not properly reflect where he stands on the issue.
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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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If calculations or assumptions are wrong, floors might be added before columns are properly reinforced and structures could fail.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
And if the management team of an otherwise strong company can “manage expectations” properly, an otherwise good growth story can become an even better one, Nelson explained during an interview with MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
She and her daughter Helena, 45, said they were being well looked after, eating properly and being given paracetamol when they needed it.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
They found major changes in gene activity that prevented fat cells from properly processing and storing lipids.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 26, 2026
“I want to thank you properly tomorrow,” I started.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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