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

Birol said that the IEA’s agreed release of oil would not be sufficient to tackle current constraints.

From MarketWatch • 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

The core of the audience he saw in his mind’s eye consisted of those adult white males who owned sufficient property to qualify for the vote.

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