warranted
Example Sentences
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The Fed rarely makes just one adjustment after it concludes a turn toward raising or lowering rates is warranted, because a quarter-point higher or lower doesn’t do much on its own to change borrowing conditions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
Still, Rabat called the crisis "regrettable" and said the events warranted "a thorough examination" to establish their circumstances and "ensure that they do not happen again".
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
The decision means the parents who spent years fighting Jones in court will receive a fraction of what the Texas jury believed his conduct warranted.
From Salon ● Aug. 22, 2026
“We take allegations of inappropriate conduct seriously and will take appropriate action, as warranted, consistent with Postal Service policies,” the statement said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
We felt that this slight break in protocol was warranted but in no way prejudicial—in one way or another—to the application review.
From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio
