1
as in rational
according to the rules of logic
the lawyer won the case with a logical argument about the motives of the suspect
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as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
that's the logical choice under the circumstances
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Recent Examples of logical
The call for something different is real and logical and something that has to be addressed.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Too many policy and spending decisions have been political rather than logical.
—Hal Valderhaug, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
The Heat’s logical TV options next season are striking an exclusive deal with a streaming service to carry their games; selling games to WPLG-10 or Scripps-39; or doing a combination of both.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
That’s a logical choice, as Caballero had a few fiery run-ins with umpires after being acquired by the Yankees last summer.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Too many policy and spending decisions have been political rather than logical.
—Hal Valderhaug, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
The Heat’s logical TV options next season are striking an exclusive deal with a streaming service to carry their games; selling games to WPLG-10 or Scripps-39; or doing a combination of both.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
That’s a logical choice, as Caballero had a few fiery run-ins with umpires after being acquired by the Yankees last summer.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
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And being rational, as Rawls stipulated that proto-citizens are, means being averse to risk.—
George G. Szpiro,
Big Think,
9 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit claims that Missouri lawmakers used no rational basis to categorize which counties qualified for a 5% cap, a freeze or neither.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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The union also wants to ensure that workers have a reasonable amount of overtime, mandatory overtime and on-call hours, Beck said.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Its reasonable prices combined with the speedy, mobile-friendly claims process make this brand an excellent option for many travelers.—
Liz Knueven,Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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Not a new one every year, but a coherent, sustained commitment to supporting and educating student in every zip code.—
Opinion Staff,
Oc Register,
8 Apr. 2026
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Attempting a coherent portrait of Groypers can feel a bit like trying to describe the plot of a Surrealist film, or a fantasy board game that takes place in its own universe.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2026
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Capacity is limited and Boston Stadium Express bus tickets can only be purchased by fans with a valid, same-day FIFA World Cup Boston Stadium match ticket.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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And, starting this year and continuing through 2028, eligible taxpayers age 65 or older with a valid Social Security number may claim an additional deduction of up to $6,000 per person or up to $12,000 for married couples filing jointly (if both spouses qualify).—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Did all the sensible Pentagon brass get fired for wearing dresses or something?—
Rachel Marsden,
Hartford Courant,
5 Apr. 2026
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All that is needed is some sensible leadership of the sort being put on display in New York City.—
Steve Zeidman,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
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What had seemed like a good way of chilling out was actually plunging me into a kind of crisis.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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That's all well and good, and that's a huge part of the learning process.—
Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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