legitimate
Example Sentences
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Mr. Williams points out that “Goetz’s fear was legitimate. The city was unsafe.”
Menendez explained that she needed more time to find the line between legitimate government activity and the unconstitutional “commandeering” of states by the federal government.
From Los Angeles Times
Beijing's foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian on Wednesday reiterated that China would "firmly defend the legitimate and lawful rights and interests" of Chinese companies.
From Barron's
Abrams, the veteran diplomat, said engaging opposition actors, such as Maria Corina Machado, is a core diplomatic responsibility, particularly in a country the United States does not recognize as having a legitimate government.
From Los Angeles Times
Washington welcomed the court's decision, but Beijing said it would take measures to "protect the legitimate and lawful rights" of Chinese companies.
From Barron's
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