justifiable

Example Sentences

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Once you look at the stoppages in the West Ham game, you can see the 11 minutes was justifiable.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

A study we conducted of the law in three states—California, Florida, and Massachusetts—highlights some of the common principles that limit when shooting someone is justifiable, and therefore lawful.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

"It is not justifiable to claim that the race has been lost."

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

He reckons the stock’s recent strength appears justifiable given materially higher payouts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Before the fire, Chicago citizens viewed their city with justifiable pride.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy