warranted

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The Bank of Korea and the Financial Supervisory Service will conduct inspections, with strict measures to be imposed if warranted, according to a statement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“As we have said before, we do not believe that the circumstances of Brendan’s case warranted permanent ineligibility,” Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt said Monday in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

But LeBlanc added Canada understands the United States and Mexico "may wish to propose areas where improvements may be warranted," adding that for Ottawa addressing Trump's sector-specific tariffs "will be essential."

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The two roads warranted just a sentence in Plaid's election manifesto, just like a new 20mph law in Labour's plans in 2021.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

She wasn’t sure if an apprentice warranted the title of “Your Honor,” but it couldn’t hurt to err on the side of respect.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman