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justifiable

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A quick definition of justifiable:

Term: JUSTIFIABLE

Definition: Something that is justifiable can be explained or defended in a way that is fair and reasonable. It means that it is okay to do or say something because there is a good reason for it, either legally or morally. For example, if someone breaks a window to save a person's life, it is justifiable because they did it for a good reason.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition:

Justifiable, adj. Capable of being legally or morally justified; excusable; defensible.

Examples:
  • It was justifiable for the police officer to use force in order to protect themselves and others.
  • Some people believe that lying is justifiable in certain situations, such as to protect someone's feelings.
  • It is not justifiable to discriminate against someone based on their race or gender.
Explanation: The term "justifiable" refers to something that can be defended or excused based on legal or moral grounds. In the first example, the use of force by a police officer can be justified if it is necessary to protect themselves or others. In the second example, some people believe that lying can be justified in certain situations, such as to spare someone's feelings. However, in the third example, discrimination based on race or gender is not justifiable because it is morally wrong and goes against legal protections.

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it means you will not be rejected today and may be accepted or WL in the future
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16:17
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starfishies
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Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
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Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
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starfishies
17:39
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BatmanBeyond
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I got the same NDLS email
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