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as in logical
according to the rules of logic
even a well-founded argument can lead to an erroneous conclusion if one of the premises is incorrect
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as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
a well-founded complaint about the business's treatment of its customers
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Recent Examples of well-founded
While these fears may be well-founded, our response should not be to reject crypto altogether, but rather embrace thoughtful policies to mitigate risks, protect consumers, and promote transparency.
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Jeremy Cooney, New York Daily News, 30 May 2025
Olson argued on behalf of The Bee that St. Hope’s judgment that these charges were not well-founded does not justify non-disclosure.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2025
Rohloff believes this sentiment is well-founded, especially in sectors like government, finance, and healthcare, where the stakes of data mishandling are existential.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Such concern is well-founded, analysts told ABC News, since small businesses typically lack the financial buffer, supply-chain flexibility and political influence of their larger counterparts.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 May 2025
On the one hand, students’ efforts to earn a 4.0 GPA, ace their final tests, and score high on their AP or IB exams are well-founded—a stellar GPA is the foundation of a successful college application.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Engagement Citizens’ concerns over the ways in which increased multifamily housing may affect traffic, schools and other local resources can be well-founded, or at least well-intentioned.
—Matt Frazier, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
With the draft less than a week away, on Monday, and the declaration deadline behind us, that uncertainty was well-founded.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
This drive is well-founded, since jobs reports show well-paying positions are getting harder to find, particularly for Black women, coupled with a successful anti-DEI push led by the conservative right.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 25 Mar. 2025
Jeremy Cooney, New York Daily News, 30 May 2025
Olson argued on behalf of The Bee that St. Hope’s judgment that these charges were not well-founded does not justify non-disclosure.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2025
Rohloff believes this sentiment is well-founded, especially in sectors like government, finance, and healthcare, where the stakes of data mishandling are existential.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Such concern is well-founded, analysts told ABC News, since small businesses typically lack the financial buffer, supply-chain flexibility and political influence of their larger counterparts.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 May 2025
On the one hand, students’ efforts to earn a 4.0 GPA, ace their final tests, and score high on their AP or IB exams are well-founded—a stellar GPA is the foundation of a successful college application.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Engagement Citizens’ concerns over the ways in which increased multifamily housing may affect traffic, schools and other local resources can be well-founded, or at least well-intentioned.
—Matt Frazier, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
With the draft less than a week away, on Monday, and the declaration deadline behind us, that uncertainty was well-founded.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
This drive is well-founded, since jobs reports show well-paying positions are getting harder to find, particularly for Black women, coupled with a successful anti-DEI push led by the conservative right.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 25 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-founded
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Rudy Gobert is a logical salary to go the other way to Phoenix in a Durant trade.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 June 2025
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Neymar’s departure left Al Hilal as the logical Saudi landing spot for Mohamed Salah this summer, but the Egyptian’s decision to sign a two-year extension with Liverpool in April scuppered Plan A.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
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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The Trump Accounts And Latinos To qualify, a child must be a U.S. citizen and have at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen or a lawful resident with a valid Social Security number who pays taxes.—
Noreen Sugrue,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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While the prenup is valid anywhere, another insider confirmed to Page Six that the divorce can only happen in Florida, which is Bezos and Sanchez’s state of primary residence.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
27 June 2025
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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
Adjective
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If traditional sandwiches were greasy and chaotic, the province of children and cartoon slobs, wraps were tidy and sensible, the province of working women with slim hips and pin-straight hair.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
25 June 2025
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For Brembo, this is much more than product placement and it’s integrated in a way that’s organically sensible.—
Kristin Shaw,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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Just this week, the alliance released its first ever Commercial Space Strategy, stressing three goals – leveraging commercial solutions, ensuring continuous access during peace, crisis or conflict and bolstering coherent relationships with the commercial sector.—
Ruxandra Iordache,
CNBC,
27 June 2025
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This keeps every post, pitch and DM coherent, letting a solo founder ship consistently instead of chasing shiny tactics every other week.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Supporters argue that Israel's campaign to eliminate Iran's nuclear facilities—including enrichment plants, missile bases, research centers, infrastructure, and oil refineries—is a justified national security measure.—
Felice Friedson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
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For all of the justified excitement and hubbub about Rafael Devers, the loss of an exciting and promising homegrown pitcher is impossible to ignore.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
19 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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“Well-founded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-founded. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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