unjustifiable

Example Sentences

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“We consider this to have been an unjustifiable and disproportionate act by forces of a foreign nation against innocent civilians,” said Jorge Chiriboga, an attorney representing the Negra Francisca crew.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026

"These unjustifiable measures cannot substitute dialogue, nor can pressure replace diplomacy."

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Market indexes, the argument goes, are insufficiently diverse, exposing investors to dangerous risk and making index-fund investing an unjustifiable investment strategy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

He claimed Unite were being unreasonable in demanding "significant lump sums" which were "unjustifiable".

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

This deplorable incident has made our section the target of unjustifiable criticism, thoughtless accusations, and avenging threats.

From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe