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
Not Being Strategic About Appliance Placement Now is the time to mix up the placement of your appliances and create a workflow that's logical.
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
Only the party of such intellectual giants as Cori Bush, Ilhan Omar and Eric Swalwell could conclude this is a logical course of action.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026
The problem has lingered but Lavia rejoined full training at Cobham earlier this month, and playing for the development squad is regarded as the logical next step as Chelsea cautiously manage his return from the latest in a litany of injuries.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
The architecture of authority Technical writing differs from other forms of prose because readers expect information to follow predictable, logical patterns.
—Angelique Parashis, IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2026
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
Only the party of such intellectual giants as Cori Bush, Ilhan Omar and Eric Swalwell could conclude this is a logical course of action.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 19 Feb. 2026
The problem has lingered but Lavia rejoined full training at Cobham earlier this month, and playing for the development squad is regarded as the logical next step as Chelsea cautiously manage his return from the latest in a litany of injuries.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
The architecture of authority Technical writing differs from other forms of prose because readers expect information to follow predictable, logical patterns.
—Angelique Parashis, IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
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Unlike the city of Poway, which favors hitching posts over parking meters, San Diego has elected to ignore all rational analyses of parking fee options, in favor of looking at parking as a cash cow.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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In 2026, China’s luxury sector is more selective, rational, and emotionally discerning than ever.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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The prosecution detailed nine separate errors made by Plamberger during the climb—from failing to bring bivy gear to failing to abide by a reasonable turnaround time—which collectively suggest a charge of gross negligence.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside,
21 Feb. 2026
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Counties with moratoriums Counties use moratoriums to buy time to write new zoning and regulation for wind and solar farms, sometimes to craft reasonable laws and sometimes to craft bans.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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For the skier who wants a coherent look without compromise, Moncler delivers solutions from head to toe.—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
25 Feb. 2026
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The whole night seemed driven by gimmicks more than a clear or coherent message, and was devoid of any new policy ideas that would be obvious wins for GOP lawmakers.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
25 Feb. 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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The camp’s current license is valid until March 6, according to the suit.—
Emily Foxhall,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Entrant will need to have a valid X account to enter.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Developers and city officials praised the changes as modest and sensible reforms that will boost the impact of dozens of pro-housing updates and policies the council has approved in recent years.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Schumer’s grasp of generational dynamics is increasingly in question, but there are sensible reasons for caution.—
Tad Friend,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Some of the city’s best restaurants and bars are both uptown and walkable, including breakfast juggernaut Cheeky’s and its adjacent pizza-pasta-patio hotspot Birba, farm-to-table fave Workshop, and cool cocktail den Tailor Shop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Whichever silhouette you’re drawn to, their popularity lies in their chameleonic quality to look good with both neutrals, from white to black to shades of gray, and trending seasonal shades, like red and cobalt blue.—
Lucrezia Malavolta,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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