line of reasoning

noun phrase

: a set of reasons used in order to reach a conclusion

She chose to follow a particular line of reasoning.

I don't follow your line of reasoning.

Examples of line of reasoning in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the meantime, here are my picks for the top 15 categories — five each for comedy, drama and limited series — along with a brief line of reasoning for each. — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026

This line of reasoning provides a solution but not necessarily the optimal one. — Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 13 June 2026

Adopting that line of reasoning, the NCAA in a statement criticized the ruling. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 8 June 2026

Morgan didn’t fully embrace such a line of reasoning, though. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for line of reasoning

• seasoning