Only a religion which retains mass adherence can provide legitimacy.

In a society where there are no meaningful elections, history is called upon to provide legitimacy for the rulers.

An ultimatum may also serve to provide legitimacy for military action .

Elections are a process that builds credibility and provides legitimacy to a government.

Somehow, imperceptibly, the party lost the special aura that had provided it legitimacy.

The aim is to provide cover and legitimacy for direct talks with Israel.

He said the United Nations was needed to provide "international legitimacy" to the occupation.

He was the most distinguished foreign volunteer to the American army, providing legitimacy for their side.

Especially since the records of Imperial Earth would provide legitimacy.

Yun remained in office to provide legitimacy to the regime, but resigned on March 22, 1962.