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justifiable

[juhs-tuh-fahy-uh-buhl, juhs-tuh-fahy-] / ˈdʒʌs təˌfaɪ ə bəl, ˌdʒʌs təˈfaɪ- /


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“He’s learning, he’s continuing — it probably would have been justifiable if he went off, right? But to keep his composure and stay positive, I think that’s only going to help him and this team.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

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

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

And Madison, who had a justifiable reputation for making himself the calm center in the midst of all political storms, was being buffeted by shrill accusations from both sides.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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