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
Gourault often subverts the extractivist logic of new media technologies and employs open-source investigation in the production of his films.
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Farren Fei Yuan, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
The 12-3-30 workout repackages old logic into a sleek formula.
—Outside, 31 Jan. 2026
Be open about your plans and the logic behind them.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
For the Bucks, however, the logic of an offseason trade is likely stronger unless a team is willing to make an over-the-top, all-in offer right now.
—Nick Friedell, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
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Farren Fei Yuan, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
The 12-3-30 workout repackages old logic into a sleek formula.
—Outside, 31 Jan. 2026
Be open about your plans and the logic behind them.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
For the Bucks, however, the logic of an offseason trade is likely stronger unless a team is willing to make an over-the-top, all-in offer right now.
—Nick Friedell, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for logic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logic
reasoning
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In the weeks leading up his 2024 election, Nanos reportedly placed his opponent Lappin, a lieutenant at the Pima County Jail, on administrative leave, ordering her not to discuss the reasoning for his decision.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Operators can intervene at the reasoning level or take direct control of movement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Logic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logic. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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