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
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
Adjective
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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,
4 Apr. 2026
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When medicated, Lofton is thoughtful and rational, just like in years past, his mother said.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2026
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In 2012, 73 percent of Coloradans approved Amendment 65, which instructs our legislature and congressional delegation to support a federal constitutional amendment allowing reasonable limits on campaign spending.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Afterward, in his hallway scrum with mostly local reporters, Auriemma settled down and was more himself, more reasonable.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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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That code states that price changes cannot be made unilaterally without stating a valid reason in advance.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2026
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Merritt was booked into a Broward County jail on charges of disorderly conduct and operating a vehicle without a valid license.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
7 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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Gluting is ranked as the second best left-hander in Illinois in the 2027 class by Prep Baseball Report behind Benet’s Quinn Rooney, who’s a Notre Dame recruit.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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But UConn, usually at its best after making halftime adjustments, immediately fell behind again in the third.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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