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
Bipolar disorder involves alternating episodes of depression and mania, a state where thoughts race, impulsive decisions feel logical, and sleep becomes almost optional.
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Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
Navigation was the logical one for me.
—Big Think, 23 Oct. 2025
This is a logical extension of the diversification principle that built their wealth.
—Alex Ohnona, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
Supporters of the president would likely view an investigative body as a logical response to the series of investigations that involved Trump during the Biden administration.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
Navigation was the logical one for me.
—Big Think, 23 Oct. 2025
This is a logical extension of the diversification principle that built their wealth.
—Alex Ohnona, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
Supporters of the president would likely view an investigative body as a logical response to the series of investigations that involved Trump during the Biden administration.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for logical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
Adjective
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Eggers' stunning visuals and meticulous pace draw viewers into their increasingly desperate mania, gradually wedging open the door between rational interpretation and supernatural inescapability.—
Dennis Perkins,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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The results showed that the chimps’ decisions aligned with rational patterns of belief revision.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The full selection, including Bib Gourmand restaurants (an honor that highlights restaurants offering high-quality food at reasonable prices), recognizes 228 restaurants spanning 44 cuisine types, shining a national and international spotlight on the varied cuisines and talented chefs of the South.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Penguins have a pretty reasonable amount of depth on the blue line, especially on the right side, which would make that move easier to absorb.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Lizzo’s understanding of a litany of online phrases is coherent enough, albeit overwhelming to hear all in succession.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
30 Oct. 2025
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When your nervous system is coherent, time slows down.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The differences between any given Grokipedia and Wikipedia entry are in some sense hard to debate because there is no shared ground upon which to have a reasoned disagreement; to gravitate toward Grokipedia is to leave the world of evidence for that of belief.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
28 Oct. 2025
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Deliberative democracy is the idea that decision-making and governance are arrived at through thoughtful, reasoned and respectful dialogue.—
Lee Bebout,
The Conversation,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In addition to individuals living in the country without legal status, immigrants with valid documentation, including green cards and visas, have been detained.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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The retailer's most popular coupon, the 20% Big Blue coupon, which never expires, also remains valid.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And the President of the United States, played by Idris Elba, seems sensible.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
31 Oct. 2025
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That was not a club in chaos, but a relatively sensible and structured succession plan.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Non-perishable items or foods that last a long time in the fridge can be good options.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
26 Oct. 2025
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The baby, who initially made good progress after the surgery, died 20 days later.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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