unjustifiable
Britishadjective
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"These unjustifiable measures cannot substitute dialogue, nor can pressure replace diplomacy."
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Market indexes, the argument goes, are insufficiently diverse, exposing investors to dangerous risk and making index-fund investing an unjustifiable investment strategy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026
He claimed Unite were being unreasonable in demanding "significant lump sums" which were "unjustifiable".
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
Preven, a canine lover known to throw parties with members of his local dog park, found the removal of the labs unjustifiable.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2025
This deplorable incident has made our section the target of unjustifiable criticism, thoughtless accusations, and avenging threats.
From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe
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