Sentence examples for was considered improper from inspiring English sources

As a single woman, she was told by family members that she could not travel to Cairo on her own, publish, give interviews, or have her photograph published in newspapers because it was considered improper and dishonorable.

Gaveston came from relatively humble origins, and his rise to the highest level of the peerage was considered improper by the established nobility.

Another cause of disapproval was the public affection James showed towards Anne, such as kissing and leaning against each other, which was considered improper behavior during the 1600s.

It was considered improper to be seen in public without a hat or head covering during Renaissance times, so be sure to include one when making your costume.

It's considered improper to admit them into history.

The loans, called "launch aid," are considered improper if they are provided at below market rates.

But the invitation list is considered government property and it is considered improper to use it for political purposes.

Such trading, known as market timing -- which is considered improper but is not illegal -- often uses portfolio information that is not available to other shareholders, and the frequent trading increases costs for other investors.

Howard M. Schilit, president of the Center for Financial Research and Analysis in Rockville, Md., said that the drug companies' accounting could be considered improper only if the wholesalers were allowed to return medicines they purchased.

Miss Anscombe, who did not like to be called Mrs. Geach, smoked cigars, wore trousers when they were considered improper for women and was said sometimes to eat beans from a tin can while lecturing.

The candidate PACs grew out of the unlimited contribution binge permitted by Citizens United, but they are actually in direct contravention of the court's (mistaken) belief that contributions to independent groups cannot be considered improper attempts to influence the candidate.