as in credible
worthy of being accepted as true or reasonable
it's a plausible explanation for the demise of that prehistoric species
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Recent Examples of plausible
Moreover, given the presence of the potent synthetic cannabinoid K2 in Neely’s system, coupled with other maladies, there was a plausible question about the cause of death.
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The Editors, National Review, 9 Dec. 2024
What perfectly plausible scenario happens in these movies?
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
The world-building is stunningly done—a divided, alternate-reality 1960s America never seemed so plausible—but be warned: There might be just a touch too much present-day resonance for some viewers.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
Until 2013, Papua New Guinea allowed suspicion of witchcraft as a plausible defense in court.
—Emma Bubola, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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The Editors, National Review, 9 Dec. 2024
What perfectly plausible scenario happens in these movies?
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
The world-building is stunningly done—a divided, alternate-reality 1960s America never seemed so plausible—but be warned: There might be just a touch too much present-day resonance for some viewers.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
Until 2013, Papua New Guinea allowed suspicion of witchcraft as a plausible defense in court.
—Emma Bubola, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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Others identified for deportation are serving prison terms, or have received a reprieve or deferral from an immigration judge due to a medical condition, a credible persecution threat or another extenuating factor.Nick Miroff The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Between 1850 and 2004, 51 credible tsunamis were recorded in San Francisco Bay, according to 2004 research led by Lori Dengler, a professor emeritus at Cal Poly Humboldt.Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Rather, Harris would need to view the job as a probable career-capper, taking pride in solving complex problems that are eating away at her native state.George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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He was listed as questionable for the Lakers’ next game, in Atlanta on Dec. 6, before being upgraded to probable pregame and eventually playing.Jovan Buha, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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People can stay safe from possible carbon monoxide poisoning by taking precautionary measures.Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Prior to Tuesday night’s filing, Spiro had pushed for expediting the mayor’s case as much as possible, requesting shorter timelines and pushing for his trial to start as early as March.Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 18 Dec. 2024
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And perhaps that’s what makes this message from Dr. Daniel Crosby so compelling— these three words matter so much within the context of our personal and financial growth because these aren’t just three nice ideas that give us a momentary sense of pleasure.Tim Maurer, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Still five days shy of turning 23, Billie Eilish commanded the stage at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale on Friday, Dec. 13, like the seasoned veteran she’s become three albums deep into establishing herself among the more compelling voices of her generation.Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Plausible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plausible. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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