as in justified
being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong
a suspension without pay is condign punishment for breaking the company's code of business ethics
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If that underlying logic is stripped away, policymakers may feel justified in reversing these successful, health-promoting policies.
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These are entirely justified responses to Russian strikes against our state.
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Germany's head coach, Julian Nagelsmann, gave Ecuador its deserved praise for the win today, saying his own team failed to find its rhythm in the second half.
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Two families continue to carry burdens that neither asked for nor deserved.
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Rummel argues that the rightful owners are the descendants of the 1891 trustees’ purchase.
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Now, Gracie should be back to her rightful home soon.
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However, even if a small amount of taxes are due, the conversion could be worth it for years of tax-free growth, advisers said.
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He was freed after a new bail was set at $20,000 and is next due in court on Thursday, records show.
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“Condign.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condign. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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