The pact itself is thought to be an invention of later jurists seeking justification for certain cultural practices that had developed over time.

She was incapable of taking any action without seeking justification from her compliant husband.

Tinkerers seek little justification to deconstruct any technology.

As Garnett queries each member of his staff about the next day's operations, he clearly seeks justification to order an easy mission.

Was I really a coward seeking justification, an excuse for acceptance?

Helen did not need to seek justification in extrasensory perception for the reality that she had constructed out of her experience.

Some of these athletes have tried to seek moral justification to mask the award of financial security.

To seek the underlying causes of terrorism is not to seek justification, only understanding.

Was Jack Byrd seeking justification for staying, or excuse for leaving?

But I dare not do so without preparing myself and being able to seek justification.