justifiable
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A study we conducted of the law in three states—California, Florida, and Massachusetts—highlights some of the common principles that limit when shooting someone is justifiable, and therefore lawful.
From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026
"It is not justifiable to claim that the race has been lost."
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
However, they think a low valuation multiple of four times Ebitda is justifiable given ad markets remain short and near-term visibility is low.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026
Retired Premier League assistant referee Darren Cann told BBC Sport he thought the officials had come to the correct decision, saying: "The arm is close to the body and is in a justifiable position."
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026
Before the fire, Chicago citizens viewed their city with justifiable pride.
From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy
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