as in reasoning
the thought processes that have been established as leading to valid solutions to problems
I tried to use logic to figure out the solution to the puzzle
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Recent Examples of logic
Prime Video's sweet MGM+ deal is further evidence of this plan's logic.
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Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
22 June 2026
Costa Rica defied all logic, beating Uruguay 3–1 and shocking Italy 1–0.
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Tushaar Kuthiala,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 June 2026
Policy discussions and investor presentations often run on utilitarian logic.
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Sankar Sen,
The Conversation,
11 June 2026
The problem with that logic is that waiting often works against you, both financially and in terms of your pet's care.
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Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
22 June 2026
Costa Rica defied all logic, beating Uruguay 3–1 and shocking Italy 1–0.
—
Tushaar Kuthiala,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 June 2026
Policy discussions and investor presentations often run on utilitarian logic.
—
Sankar Sen,
The Conversation,
11 June 2026
The problem with that logic is that waiting often works against you, both financially and in terms of your pet's care.
—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for logic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logic
reasoning
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Companies serious about their workforce strategy are running structured assessments across decision-making, analytical reasoning and collaboration to find where capability gaps exist.
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Sol also introduces a new maximum reasoning mode that gives the model more time to solve complex tasks.
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“Logic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logic. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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