warranted
Americanadjective
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justified or well-founded.
There is thus no cause for uncertainty here, and no warranted basis for any speculation.
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backed or covered by a warranty or guarantee.
If you don't distance the turbines from each other, the turbulence from their wakes may reduce their warranted life.
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Every significant business decision made by a warranted contracting officer must be reviewed by an independent board.
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Multi-day battery life could be the deciding factor as to whether a Pro model will actually compete Warranted or not, people have been griping about the Apple Watch’s battery since 2015.
From The Verge • Jul. 25, 2022
Warranted or not, battery life is still a big reason why some people opt for Fitbit, Garmin, and Polar devices.
From The Verge • Jun. 8, 2022
"Warranted or not, classic conspiracism is conspiracy with a theory," you write.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2019
Warranted or not, City Hall is keen to recast Les Halles' reputation — and draw back locals.
From Time • Oct. 19, 2010
Warranted of the hardest temper, and never to settle.
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