warranted

Example Sentences

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According to OpenAI, "a single 'little goblin' in an answer could be harmless, even charming," but the uptick in their appearance across output warranted investigation.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Alphabet’s stock has been a popular artificial-intelligence pick, and the company’s first-quarter earnings report on Wednesday will be a test to see if that winning reputation is warranted.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

But she left the door open to restarting the investigation "if the facts warranted it."

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

Some might find that manipulative, but in the case of “I Swear,” any minor bit of cinematic sap is warranted.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

A few pedestrians were out, but Shin did not sense that his presence warranted special attention.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden