alibied

verb

past tense of alibi
as in explained

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  1. explained
  2. rationalized
  3. justified
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  • In an interview last year, Anthony Ciancio explained how the film was a labor of love, taking years to make.
    — Jesse Wright, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • McDowell explained that, as the rocket stage was left relatively close to the moon, it got repeatedly influenced by lunar gravity, eventually spiralling into its surface.
    — Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of explained
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  • These activists have rationalized Hamas’ terrorist attacks and embraced outright antisemitism.
    — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 29 June 2026
  • Given the extent to which this entire offense is slumping, the manager could have rationalized benching any one of several hitters.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 24 May 2026
Definition of rationalized
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  • That's justified as Madden has been mostly an offensive game for years.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • In Beloozerov’s case, a source familiar with the matter told CNN the agency deemed the use of deadly force justified.
    — Isabelle Chapman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of justified
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