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legitimacy

[li-jit-uh-muh-see] / lɪˈdʒɪt ə mə si /


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More than that, allies add legitimacy and moral authority.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

"The party understands that legitimacy in Vietnam is ultimately built on delivered living standards," said Hanoi-based Dan Martin, from Asian business advisory firm Dezan Shira & Associates.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Legal experts have voiced concerns over the legitimacy of the God Squad’s actions, questioning the lack of state involvement or public transparency.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Levy: I knew that the matriarch of this family was so important to the legitimacy of this.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

That Ptolemy’s legitimacy as ruler stemmed from Alexander’s, and the great man was a student of Aristotle, was yet another significant factor.

From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro




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