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the quality of being acceptable by the law
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the state of being valid, justifiable, or morally acceptable
- Historians debate the legitimacy of the treaty that ended the war.
- The legitimacy of the company's actions was scrutinized by regulatory authorities.
- Ensuring the legitimacy of scientific research is essential for advancing knowledge in the field.
- International law provides a framework for determining the legitimacy of military interventions.
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