Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- In a justifiable manner; so as to admit of justification or excuse.
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- adverb in a
justifiable manner; withjustification
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- adverb with good reason
Etymologies
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Examples
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Garner's Modern American Usage says the word "might justifiably be treated as a skunked term," one that can't be relied upon to convey the intended meaning and is no longer of use.
The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed WARREN CLEMENTS 2012
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I believe these people dream of the day they have an excuse to shoot people 'justifiably'.
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Just like her two-decade climb up the Democratic ranks, Pelosi’s two years as House speaker have been marked by a style that might best be described as justifiably paranoid.
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Just like her two-decade climb up the Democratic ranks, Pelosi’s two years as House speaker have been marked by a style that might best be described as justifiably paranoid.
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Just like her two-decade climb up the Democratic ranks, Pelosi’s two years as House speaker have been marked by a style that might best be described as justifiably paranoid.
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He may eventually be granted passes to leave, but Tynan says the program will be "justifiably" severe.
Latest News 2010
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He may eventually be granted passes to leave, but Tynan says the program will be "justifiably" severe.
Latest News 2010
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He may eventually be granted passes to leave, but Tynan says the program will be "justifiably" severe.
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Tynan placed him in a drug diversion program a month later that the judge said would be "justifiably" severe.
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Tynan placed him in a drug diversion program a month later that the judge said would be "justifiably" severe.
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