- present participle of justify.
justifying
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In Brazil, those who miss an election without justifying their absence face a fine of less than $1.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026
After being deported back home last year, Melekhin was charged with "justifying terrorism" and sentenced to six years in prison.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Understanding why he matters means understanding that the modern federal government is shaped not only by elected officials but also by attorneys who craft legal arguments justifying government action.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
In justifying that more upbeat outlook, Chipotle’s executives said they still liked their sales momentum overall.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
Defeated in Atlanta by Sherman, he spends much of the rest of his life justifying his actions in the field.
From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara
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