voice of reason

noun phrase

: a person who influences others to act sensibly

She was the voice of reason in our group.

Examples of voice of reason in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The pair share son West, 14, and daughter Maison, 11. 04 of 17 Jim Beaver as Bob Singer Jim Beaver played the Winchesters' Uncle Bobby, a firm and at times funny voice of reason to the boys' mayhem. —

Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 14 July 2024 In a world often divided by politics and opinions, Art Hamilton has long been recognized as a voice of reason and leadership. —

Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024 Instead, his story is recounted by Kathy, the voice of reason in the group and the film's real star. —

Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 18 June 2024 Size is everything here, mainly contained by conductor James Conlon’s welcome restraint and sophisticated voice of reason. —

Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for voice of reason

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