as in to enable
to make something real, accepted, or official
slang words legitimized by usage
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Recent Examples of legitimize
In the new Daredevil series, the character is trying to legitimize himself by running for mayor of New York City.
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Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
There is a difference in legitimizing a person’s agenda versus finding common ground.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 11 Apr. 2026
Russian President Vladimir Putin has long been co-opting the Orthodox Church to legitimize his aggression against Ukraine.
—Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2026
Others contend that legitimizing him erodes Democratic credibility on antisemitism and other issues, handing Republicans ammunition heading into the midterms.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
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Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
There is a difference in legitimizing a person’s agenda versus finding common ground.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 11 Apr. 2026
Russian President Vladimir Putin has long been co-opting the Orthodox Church to legitimize his aggression against Ukraine.
—Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2026
Others contend that legitimizing him erodes Democratic credibility on antisemitism and other issues, handing Republicans ammunition heading into the midterms.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for legitimize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for legitimize
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In March, Nvidia talked up forthcoming silicon that can enable models to rapidly respond to users' questions, thanks to technology obtained in its $20 billion deal with chip startup Groq.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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The mill’s Bio Indigo technologies enable approximately 40 percent lower water consumption and 50 percent lower heat usage, while maintaining the depth and richness expected from classic indigo.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
22 Apr. 2026
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The victory was significant enough that the mayor authorized Ellman to present the show's host with a key to the city of Thornton.—
Anna Alejo,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Illinois moves come as Indiana lawmakers earlier this year authorized the building of a new stadium in Hammond to try to attract the Bears to play their home games across the border.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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The spaces are being redesigned for the machines, but there still needs to be some kind of creative lab environment where scientists can validate what the machines are doing.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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Independent experts have cautioned that AI in health care can introduce risks if not carefully validated.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Anybody around here is entitled to a great meal.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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Cher acknowledged that Elijah is entitled to regular distributions from a trust, but expressed concerns that his ongoing mental health and substance abuse issues prevent her son from making reasonable decisions.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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These programs were designed to provide tax credits to legitimate businesses for employment taxes and wages.—
Chase Jordan
January 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Post-Europe is a response to this seemingly repetitive situation and the increasing tendency of legitimating a nationalist and fascist discourse.—
Daniel Birnbaum,
Artforum,
1 Sep. 2025
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That won’t happen this season, as the Panthers failed to qualify for the NHL playoffs.—
Steve Lyttle,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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Only those designated as social equity licenses qualify.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Those operators will be permitted to deduct certain operating expenses from taxable gross income that were previously prohibited, such as payroll, rent, utilities and insurance.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Legitimize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legitimize. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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