1
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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2
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
But most of those polls appeared to test narrowly whether Trump should obey valid court orders and avoid mistaken deportations, which most people would reasonably want.
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W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 13 June 2025
Potential winners will have 48 hours to reply and provide a full name and valid mailing address in order for Sourcing Journal to award the prize.
—Sourcing Journal, 12 June 2025
Admission is $5 donation; free for children younger than 12, active military and first responders with valid ID.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2025
Managers then select a starting XI in a valid formation with a minimum of three defenders, three midfielders and one forward, with four players on the bench.
—Holly Shand, New York Times, 11 June 2025
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W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 13 June 2025
Potential winners will have 48 hours to reply and provide a full name and valid mailing address in order for Sourcing Journal to award the prize.
—Sourcing Journal, 12 June 2025
Admission is $5 donation; free for children younger than 12, active military and first responders with valid ID.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2025
Managers then select a starting XI in a valid formation with a minimum of three defenders, three midfielders and one forward, with four players on the bench.
—Holly Shand, New York Times, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valid
Adjective
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But there’s little logical argument for keeping him on.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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This is a logical form of thinking in the sense that AGI as an intellectual mechanism would be unable to compete in jobs that involve hands-on work.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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LPs expect distributions within a reasonable timeframe.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Florida's attorney general can collect civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs, while minors can also pursue up to $10,000 in damages.—
Chloe Albanesius,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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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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Congressional Democrats are still struggling to craft a consistent and coherent strategy against him.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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This may be a financially rational move, but also a negative signal to shareholders looking for leverage.—
Alexander S. Blume,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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But the over-the-top operation in South Park generated a nationwide debate, not all of it rational, and a unified response of condemnation from San Diego Democratic leaders, including four members of the local congressional delegation.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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As good as Trachtenberg is at keeping secrets, this particular one seems unlikely.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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That never was a sensible move for fiscal and other reasons.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
3 June 2025
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If only Larry Hogan had been prescient enough to choose a successor who would have continued his sensible moderate policies under eight more years of Republican rule.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
1 June 2025
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“Valid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valid. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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