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as in logical
according to the rules of logic
your argument isn't valid because you're taking what should be the conclusion and using it as a premise
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as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
only further investigation will show whether your theory is valid
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Recent Examples of valid
That means a fraudulent deed can enter the public record, look valid to the outside world and remain undiscovered for months or even years.
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Donovan McCarty,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
If estate assets are available, those funds may be used to satisfy valid claims before heirs receive inheritances.
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Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Each one was for a different valid reason.
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Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Participants must present valid identification upon arrival.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
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Donovan McCarty,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
If estate assets are available, those funds may be used to satisfy valid claims before heirs receive inheritances.
—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Each one was for a different valid reason.
—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Participants must present valid identification upon arrival.
—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for valid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valid
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Following the logical evidence feels like Detective 101, but their boss is gunning for an arrest so Gonzales gives in to Baxter’s impulse.
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Under this framework, participating engineering teams must successfully demonstrate operational quantum hardware that utilizes a specific range of low-hundreds logical qubits before the 2028 deadline.
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This is worth remembering amid perhaps reasonable excitement about the World Cup.
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Fortunately, this month New York’s Legislature passed the bipartisan Responsible Data Center Development Act placing a 1-year moratorium on data center development while reasonable safeguards are created.
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Rather than sending more operational details to the board, reporting should give executive management an accurate, comprehensive and coherent view of risk exposure across the organization.
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The ultimate challenge is assembling those individuals into a coherent, victorious team.
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None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.
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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.
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Ray advises Anna to let the police handle the situation, which confirms him as the most rational character on the show and thus the only threat that Cady seems to recognize.
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Research from the LinkedIn B2B Institute, conducted with Les Binet and Peter Field, found that emotional B2B campaigns deliver roughly seven times the long-term effectiveness of rational ones.
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Olivia Rodrigo’s graphic T-shirts, sheer dresses, and keen eye for spotting the season’s hottest best shoes and accessories make her one of the best, effortless styles around.
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Carr was viewed by NBA scouts as athletic with his 42½-inch vertical leap and as having a good jump shot.
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Whatever the case, your approach will be doable and sensible.
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Any sensible person wants a diversified portfolio.
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“Valid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valid. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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