not suitable; should not
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
not suitable; inappropriate
formalUsed to indicate that an action or situation is not appropriate for a given context.
This plot of land is not suitable for growing rice.
A humid environment is not suitable for storing precision instruments.
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This movie is not suitable for children to watch.
It is inappropriate to speak loudly in public places.
Calling someone late at night is not appropriate as it will disturb their rest.
verb
should not; must not
formalUsed to give advice or warn against hasty or improper behavior, often in formal or official contexts.
When solving ideological problems, one must be patient and meticulous, and should not be hasty.
When facing an emergency, you should not panic and must remain calm.
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You should not bring electronic devices into the exam room during the test period.
You should not ask too much about the other person's privacy when meeting for the first time.
You should not park randomly on the road, otherwise it may cause traffic accidents.