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justification

[juhs-tuh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌdʒʌs tə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /


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"With sufficient justification, appropriate dosage form, and dosing regimen, creatine may eventually be recognized as an over-the-counter therapeutic agent rather than merely a dietary supplement."

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

"With profound sorrow, we must assume political responsibility for this tactical error, which has no justification whatsoever," the statement read.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

It happens gradually, one justification at a time, until a line that once felt obvious doesn’t feel like a line anymore.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Some said they could foresee the records leaked being used as justification to reopen old cases — or initiate new ones.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

At the time I was working there, we believed that was the justification for this strange project.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver




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