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as in rational
according to the rules of logic
the lawyer won the case with a logical argument about the motives of the suspect
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as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
that's the logical choice under the circumstances
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Recent Examples of logical
Fresh fruit is another logical way to decorate your kitchen for Christmas.
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
But Corcoran’s attorneys argued this affidavit was not credible, citing another psychiatrist who determined the inmate’s writings – while appearing logical – are tied to his delusions.
—Dakin Andone, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
Even before the start of Major League Baseball’s Winter Meetings this week in Dallas, Kelly looked like the logical, remaining choice.
—Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Albert is an adult — which may not be so entertaining on a night out, but seems the more logical choice for a sensible person like Charlotte.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
But Corcoran’s attorneys argued this affidavit was not credible, citing another psychiatrist who determined the inmate’s writings – while appearing logical – are tied to his delusions.
—Dakin Andone, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
Even before the start of Major League Baseball’s Winter Meetings this week in Dallas, Kelly looked like the logical, remaining choice.
—Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Albert is an adult — which may not be so entertaining on a night out, but seems the more logical choice for a sensible person like Charlotte.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
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Those feelings can flood your brain, overtake some of your rational decision-making ability, and lead you to shy away from asking difficult or direct questions.Michelle Greenberg-Kobrin, Contributor, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
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Striking this balance between rational responsibility and intrepid innovation will ensure trust and fairness while fostering breakthroughs that define market leaders.Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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This is a reasonable request and a fair expectation.Brian Mitchell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, offering a reasonable grace period can allow employees time to adapt to the new policy.Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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During his time on the campaign trail, Biden struggled to reconcile this issue and tell a story of his climate accomplishments in a high profile, coherent nature while, as Sunrise noted.Alex J. Rouhandeh, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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His religious ramblings and digressions aren’t always coherent or particularly clever, but that’s by design — and the real thrill comes from trying to determine, as Barnes and Paxton work to do, exactly what kind of psychopath Mr. Reed is.Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
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However, the potential for the New Titans to inadvertently increase systemic fragility is a valid concern.Daniel Schlaepfer, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Once achieved, the status is valid for the rest of the current year and all of the following year, but these metrics reset at the start of each calendar year.Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
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All things considered, the Suzuki DR-Z 4S presents as a sensible, durable, and versatile option in the dual-sport market, appealing to anyone seeking a bike that can be used for both daily commuting and off-road travel, maybe at the same time.New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
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Tsao said not much about Trump’s plan strikes him as being sensible.Glenn Minnis | The Center Square contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
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The wireless earbuds offer pretty good sound quality and effective noise cancellation, though not quite as good as the second-gen AirPods Pro.Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 20 Dec. 2024
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And the spiritual rationale for generosity turns out to be the same as the worldly one: hope in a good future.Matthew Scogin, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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