How to Use "Justify" with Example Sentences

justify (v): to provide a good reason for something

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Used with adverbs:

"He couldn't truly justify what he said."
(truly, really, easily)

"She could hardly justify her bad behavior."
(hardly)

Used with verbs:

"He tried to justify his behavior."
(tried, attempted)

"She needs to justify her actions."
(needs, has)

Used with prepositions:

"How will you justify your behavior to your boss?"
(to)