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justifiable

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


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"Against this background, it is justifiable to allow this attempt, and I thank the initiative for it."

From BBC • Apr. 16, 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

We reject out of hand the proposition that such acts are justifiable.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

However, they think a low valuation multiple of four times Ebitda is justifiable given ad markets remain short and near-term visibility is low.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

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

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy




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