sufficient

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Alito, however, might as well have been describing Brown, whose unlawful presence—obviously subject to arrest—was sufficient to bring him within allegiance to Virginia.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Early investigative advice does not, in itself, indicate that sufficient evidence exists to put someone before the court.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Until now, a valid birth certificate had been sufficient to establish a person’s U.S. citizenship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Going without insurance only makes sense if you have sufficient liquid assets to cover a worst-case scenario and move on.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

“Vegetable food is sufficient, all the rest is luxury,” he says.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman