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
These exotic radio signals were first captured between 2016 and 2018 by NASA’s Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna (ANITA) instrument, and since then, researchers have been hypothesizing plausible explanations.
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Jay Kakade
july 20, New Atlas, 20 July 2025
Both scenarios seem as plausible as Newsom delivering universal healthcare and fulfilling his pledge to build 3.5 million new homes a year, to name two other extravagant promises.
—Mark Barabak, Mercury News, 19 July 2025
But on the inside, at CBS, there were several plausible answers to that question.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
And longer-term relationships are starting to seem plausible.
—Paul Bloom, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
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Jay Kakade
july 20, New Atlas, 20 July 2025
Both scenarios seem as plausible as Newsom delivering universal healthcare and fulfilling his pledge to build 3.5 million new homes a year, to name two other extravagant promises.
—Mark Barabak, Mercury News, 19 July 2025
But on the inside, at CBS, there were several plausible answers to that question.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
And longer-term relationships are starting to seem plausible.
—Paul Bloom, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plausible
Adjective
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Investors and consumers alike are rewarding companies that can demonstrate credible progress on environmental goals, particularly around waste reduction and responsible sourcing.—
Megan Brewster,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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In 2017, the commission found Murray’s claims credible and referred the case back to the courts.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In light of budget constraints, steep cuts to a wide range of Medicaid benefits are probable in the short term.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch) are probable.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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Their identifications were made possible by advanced DNA analysis of remains recovered from the attack, along with family outreach, said the OCME.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Look for manufacturers that ship parts into the country as few times as possible, and avoid manufacturers whose process depends on parts and goods crossing the border multiple times.—
Reco McCambry,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The challenge was to come up with something that would give him the opportunity to do something that was unique and compelling and different than other people had done.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
6 Aug. 2025
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Wednesday Season 2, Part 1 knocks it out of the park thanks to its compelling mystery, dark sense of humor and a stellar cast led by Jenna Ortega.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Plausible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plausible. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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