Example Sentences

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“There was real sign of software weakness in IBM” that has justified the market’s lower expectations for the stock, he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

The government has justified the increases on financial grounds, looking to raise 20-30 million euros annually at a time when it is under pressure to boost revenues and cut spending.

From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026

Powell has justified the recent cuts by suggesting risks of weaker job-market conditions support moving toward neutral.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

This principle has justified massive expenditures on data centers and chips, with Morgan Stanley estimating $3 trillion in required capital by 2028, which the author argues will largely be wasted.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

It’s as if Rogelio’s response has justified every polemic.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García