1
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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2
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
To get through the season and the playoffs, staggering the minutes of Green and Horford is logical, even with Quintin Post picking up some center minutes.
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Jannelle Moore, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
Supporters of the president would likely view an investigative body as a logical response to the series of investigations that involved Trump during the Biden administration.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
What people such as Altman and Andreessen envision is the logical end point of technology itself—a push to eliminate cognitive resistance and bridge the gap between imagination and reality.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2025
Emotions are completely overwhelming, head and heart disagreeing, reflected in a conflict between emotional intuition and logical reasoning.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2025
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Jannelle Moore, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
Supporters of the president would likely view an investigative body as a logical response to the series of investigations that involved Trump during the Biden administration.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
What people such as Altman and Andreessen envision is the logical end point of technology itself—a push to eliminate cognitive resistance and bridge the gap between imagination and reality.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 20 Oct. 2025
Emotions are completely overwhelming, head and heart disagreeing, reflected in a conflict between emotional intuition and logical reasoning.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
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Some geomyths, recounted orally over generations, are based on eyewitness experiences, while other accounts are grounded in a keen awareness of local terrains, plus rational and imaginative ideas about the powerful forces of nature.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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Theorists could prove that this will not happen if bidders are rational.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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The state alleged that Amazon doesn’t go far enough to find reasonable accommodations for employees upon request and fails to consider whether a different accommodation or work location would be a match for an employee who is pregnant or has a disability.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Oct. 2025
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Wisconsin law enforcement agencies may use a drone to gather evidence or other information in a criminal investigation from or at a place or location where an individual has a reasonable expectation of privacy if a search warrant is obtained.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Forging ahead, Ledru returns to the strategy centered on a coherent and consistent brand narrative.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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Underwater performance inevitably loses some detail compared to traditional in-ear options, but the audio remains steady and coherent – ideal for pacing laps or long sessions where awareness and waterproofing matter more.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Oct. 2025
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Deliberative democracy is the idea that decision-making and governance are arrived at through thoughtful, reasoned and respectful dialogue.—
Lee Bebout,
The Conversation,
16 Sep. 2025
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The mattress manufacturer may require rotating or flipping in order for the warranty to remain valid.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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Fuel points could be redeemed at Fry's Fuel Center pumps for up to $1 off per gallon, with every 100 points valid for 10 cents off per gallon.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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This was a sensible decision at the time, whether for reasons of NHL precedence, respect for the Thrashers organization, or inclusion of Thrashers fans who followed Atlanta to Winnipeg.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Far from being doomed by his polarizing legacy, Republicans are poised to emerge as the party of the sensible center, representing the non-polarized public, while Democrats, mired in anti-Trump fervor, risk alienating the masses with diminished appeal.—
Nafees Alam,
Twin Cities,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Non-perishable items or foods that last a long time in the fridge can be good options.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
26 Oct. 2025
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The baby, who initially made good progress after the surgery, died 20 days later.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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