legitimacy

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Such is the surreal nature of this bout that some have questioned its legitimacy, with rumours circulating about contractual fine print - including suggestions Joshua may be restricted from knocking Paul out.

From BBC

Lumbala, who was living in France when he was arrested nearly five years ago, has refused to accept the legitimacy of the court in Paris.

From BBC

The generals are looking for an off-ramp which will buy them a semblance of legitimacy, and win over some of their many opponents.

From BBC

He describes it as a "shadowy industry that the state just tolerates", adding that the state may not wish to give it legitimacy by providing regulation or guidelines.

From BBC

He became one of the first figures of dance music legitimacy when he broke through with his 2004 hit “Steppin’ Out.”

From Los Angeles Times