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legitimately
adverb
In a lawfully recognized manner
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adverb
In a lawfully recognized manner
“Let's get married so our child can be born legitimately”
adverb
In a manner acceptable to common custom
“You cannot do this legitimately!”
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Let's get married so our child can be born legitimately
You cannot do this legitimately!
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