suffice
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Does discovering that a desire is deep-seated, or authentic, suffice to make it a worthwhile goal?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
With most people’s finances, this will suffice to keep them safe from schemers and bad actors.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
“I anticipate that most, if not all, states will eventually issue forms of identification that suffice to establish lawful presence.”
From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026
A 2% or 3% growth rate might suffice for your food and shelter costs, but bank on medical costs going up by at least 5% a year.
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
“They’re fine,” Joaquin said, then added, “Maya’s parents are getting a divorce,” because he knew that fine wasn’t going to suffice, not with Mark and Linda.
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
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