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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2
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
That would be a logical and effective storyline that could carry SmackDown through WrestleMania 42 and beyond.
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Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The festival feels like the next logical step, taking what works on social media and creating something people can actually experience.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Jan. 2026
Sacramento State already operated a large policy program that sends students to work in the Capitol and state agencies, making nearby housing and classrooms a logical next step.
—Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The deaths of Pretti, Renee Good two weeks earlier and more and more people on the streets and in detention facilities are the logical outcome of what happens when Miller is in charge of anything.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
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Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The festival feels like the next logical step, taking what works on social media and creating something people can actually experience.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Jan. 2026
Sacramento State already operated a large policy program that sends students to work in the Capitol and state agencies, making nearby housing and classrooms a logical next step.
—Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The deaths of Pretti, Renee Good two weeks earlier and more and more people on the streets and in detention facilities are the logical outcome of what happens when Miller is in charge of anything.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
Adjective
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Anyone who has made an impulsive decision in a moment of intense emotion knows that feelings shape our choices just as much as rational thought.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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There was no rational administration.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Columbia Heights was as prepared for an immigration crackdown as could be reasonably expected of any community or school system—but there has been nothing reasonable about the ICE terror campaign.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
31 Jan. 2026
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Finding that type of player, for a reasonable price, is the difficult part.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The critical question is whether her provider’s workflow can synthesize this data into a coherent health picture.—
Sahar Hashmi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Each issue curates essays, interviews, frameworks, and visual explainers that add up to a coherent exploration of a topic that matters.—
Daphne Koller,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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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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The ledger is the foundation of reasoned conclusion.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Travelers can pay the ConfirmID fee online, and the payment is valid for 10 days from the first date of travel.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
3 Feb. 2026
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October 23 – November 21 Your needs are valid, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Forest did some sensible business.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Contemporary Germany provides positive, sensible leadership for Europe and beyond.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Parents can now set daily time limits or block Shorts entirely, depending on what works best for their household.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Fan and critical consensus touted Kendrick Lamar’s triumphant-if-too-breezy GNX as one of 2024’s best and most successful rap albums.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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