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justification
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A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence.
Example Sentence
Students can use justification to explain A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence..
Usage Note
Use justification when you want precise academic language around A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence..
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