be justifiable

Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words

Used to state that something is reasonable or acceptable.

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Examples (10)

  • The cutbacks are justifiable on the grounds of cost.
  • The rule is justifiable on safety grounds.
  • Her anger seemed justifiable after such unfair treatment.
  • In some cases, a preemptive strike might be justifiable.
  • The decision to evacuate was deemed justifiable given the circumstances.
  • His cautious approach could be justifiable in a volatile market.
  • Any use of force must be justifiable under international law.
  • From a moral standpoint, their actions were hardly justifiable.
  • The high price for quality products is often justifiable.
  • The company's expansion plans appeared economically justifiable.