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
While nothing is set in stone yet, this weekend would be the most logical time.
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
In theory, that should be the logical conclusion of the Timbaland vision, too.
—Sheldon Pearce, NPR, 17 June 2025
As such, Toddler Techno live events was the next logical step, with Pearce signing with WME for representation late last year.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 13 June 2025
But there’s little logical argument for keeping him on.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 7 June 2025
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
In theory, that should be the logical conclusion of the Timbaland vision, too.
—Sheldon Pearce, NPR, 17 June 2025
As such, Toddler Techno live events was the next logical step, with Pearce signing with WME for representation late last year.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 13 June 2025
But there’s little logical argument for keeping him on.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
Adjective
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President Donald Trump’s court challenge failed during his first term because his administration did not provide the U.S. Supreme Court with a rational government basis for terminating the program.—
Darren Soto,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 June 2025
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Confined to her bed, Isla is given to violent fits and delusional behavior, slipping in and out of rational consciousness.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
18 June 2025
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Conrad is a 6-3 defenseman who can skate and has shown reasonable offense in the Q.—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Recent verdicts have far exceeded historical benchmarks, and without reasonable limits, runaway jury awards threaten the city’s ability to fund essential services.—
Paul Vallas,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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They are supposed to be taught how to think critically for themselves, how to be able to formulate a coherent and persuasive argument, and how to engage in meaningful conversations with individuals of differing viewpoints to sharpen their developing minds.—
Ron Morganstern,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2025
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Concentrate on good subjects and good basic camera performance, and telling a coherent story.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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But part of healing is unlearning the belief that your pain needs to be legible to others to be valid.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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In Europe, automotive industry groups have said that, in the case of magnets and heavy rare earths, long-term export licenses from China were only valid for a maximum of six months.—
Evelyn Cheng,Anniek Bao,Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
13 June 2025
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My students’ affront felt as sensible to me as expecting anatomy classes to flag each splay of flesh.—
erin Khuê Ninh
June 17,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2025
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Assuming the Guardians don’t chase down the Tigers and assert themselves as a juggernaut over the next six weeks, the most sensible method of buying would be an opportunistic move to address an issue not just for 2025, but for the future.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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That looks like a pretty good bet to me, going forward.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
24 June 2025
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By constantly rethinking how the world functions and how best to protect the natural environment, Lombard Odier IM has positioned itself as a guide for achieving long-term, sustainable growth.—
Judith Magyar,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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