can justify

Frequency: 8.025.0 per million words

Expresses the ability or possibility to provide a valid reason.

justifyVERB + JUSTIFY

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Examples (10)

  • Can you really justify the destruction of such a fine old building?
  • The university could not easily justify spending the money on this.
  • We can justify our actions with clear evidence.
  • No amount of success can justify unethical behavior.
  • She believes that nothing can justify betraying a friend.
  • How can you justify such a drastic measure?
  • The company can justify the price increase due to rising costs.
  • They cannot justify the additional expense to the board.
  • I don't think anyone can truly justify war.
  • His excellent performance can justify his promotion.