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as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
in a well-justified ruling the court voted unanimously to overturn the law
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as in deserved
being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong
the use of force to capture the armed fugitive was fully justified
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as in explained
to be an acceptable reason for
you seem to think that losing a basketball game justifies a temper tantrum
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as in defended
to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections
failed to justify the need for a war at this time
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Recent Examples of justified
Alexander Heffner, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
Rarely has there been such a poorly justified fantasy, promoting a number of claims loaded with hogwash.
—Harvey Levine, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
Noah Feldman, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
But Braves manager Walt Weiss penciled in Mauricio Dubón again at shortstop Friday night, and Dubón once again justified his faith.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 6 June 2026
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Adjective
But policies that make the economy fairer for the populace are more justified than ever.
—Alexander Heffner, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
Rarely has there been such a poorly justified fantasy, promoting a number of claims loaded with hogwash.
—Harvey Levine, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
Verb
Even that controversial decision, however, could be justified after the fact on the grounds that there was a genuine uncertainty about who was going to be the president, and someone had to make the call.
—Noah Feldman, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
But Braves manager Walt Weiss penciled in Mauricio Dubón again at shortstop Friday night, and Dubón once again justified his faith.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for justified
Adjective
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That's so important, because this isn't about reasonable disputes on policy.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The most reasonable objection to this view is that resilience returns are too diffuse to underwrite, that avoided losses do not show up in a project’s revenue line the way tolls or tariffs do.—
Ravi S. Bhalla,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Her new friends include Sam (Bianca Dumais), a rock-chick type who’s the same age as Franny and who has developed a reputation for promiscuity around town that doesn’t seem deserved.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
25 May 2026
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Trai Hume gives Sunderland the lead against Chelsea Sunderland dominate the first quarter of this match and take a deserved lead in the 25th minute via Trai Hume.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
Verb
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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The recent fire heavily damaged the structure, and a structural assessment found that what remains is not salvageable, DPR explained.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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In an interview with WFAA following the verdict, Roach defended his decision to bar cameras and livestreaming from the courtroom.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Mullin defended the agency's broader mission, noting that ICE also investigates serious criminal activity.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The way the righthander has been closing games for the Rays, one can be excused for thinking Baker walks on water.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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These benefits can be extended if residents are working, excused from the work requirement or are living in a county that waives the work requirement.—
Lizzie Kane,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Witt has maintained a close relationship with Sooners head coach Skip Johnson.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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Baldoni denied the allegations and maintained that Lively's claims were false.—
Janelle Ash , Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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To overcome this, researchers use quantum error correction, a process that spreads information across multiple physical qubits to create more reliable logical qubits.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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Past and present are utilized in such a fascinating way as the filmmaker takes his premise to a logical, honest and heartfelt conclusion.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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“Justified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/justified. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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