justified
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His previous spells at Sheffield United and Bournemouth also justified his addition as someone whose stock had continued to rise despite being involved in relegations.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
Most people agree that adult children are sometimes justified in creating boundaries or breaking ties with their parents, especially if they were physically or emotionally abusive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026
This thought process is somewhat justified, he said, because elevated gas prices can translate to higher inflation overall.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026
Having Bryan be defined by his entirely justified terror keeps the audience engaged; the possible ways he might fail seem infinite.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
I was harder on myself than they were, and I resolved to prove their faith was justified.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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