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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a bad practice" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a method or approach that is considered ineffective or harmful in a particular context.
Example: "Using outdated software for security purposes is a bad practice that can lead to vulnerabilities."
Alternatives: "poor practice" or "unwise approach".
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It was a bad practice.
They tinkered with her jump mechanics, but mostly with her mental approach, emphasizing that a bad practice was just a bad practice, not impending doom.
And as we know, writing them down is a bad practice.
"If we had a bad practice, I took it home with me," Bayno said.
In forensic laboratories, by contrast, few are held accountable for a bad practice or botched results.
"I think it has been a bad practice forever," said Senator Arlen Specter, Republican of Pennsylvania.
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White said it would be a "very bad practice" to reveal the identities of the sources in the investigation.
I think that is a very bad practice.
That is a very bad practice which I never took notice of.
After a few bad practices, a coach may divert his attention to another athlete who he says, "has the passion and drive".
Sir Michael branded Birmingham as an example of bad practice, which he called a "national disgrace".
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