as in logical
according to the rules of logic
counsel for the defense presented a well-grounded case for acquittal
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Recent Examples of well-grounded
Kemp is well-grounded and has his eyes on bettering himself and getting to the next level through competitive repetitions and coaching.
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Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
The statement said the steel industry must rely on and play by rules that are well-grounded in science and law to preserve American jobs and domestic steel production.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
His optimism may be well-grounded, though Anthony Lanier,while talking to a prospective tenant, still hasn’t replaced the law firm that a year ago emptied his glass high-rise on Pennsylvania Avenue, two blocks from the White House.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024
Their fears were well-grounded, as the Saudi regime isn’t hard to provoke.
—Madawi Al-Rasheed, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2019
Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
The statement said the steel industry must rely on and play by rules that are well-grounded in science and law to preserve American jobs and domestic steel production.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
His optimism may be well-grounded, though Anthony Lanier,while talking to a prospective tenant, still hasn’t replaced the law firm that a year ago emptied his glass high-rise on Pennsylvania Avenue, two blocks from the White House.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024
Their fears were well-grounded, as the Saudi regime isn’t hard to provoke.
—Madawi Al-Rasheed, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-grounded
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The logical stop would be Torrey Pines in San Diego, which checks the West Coast and great weather boxes, but the venue is also looking for a new sponsor, as its deal with Farmers Insurance ended in 2026.—
Mark Harris,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Delane gains steam LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane, who visited the Dolphins last week and has repeatedly been linked to Miami at 11, would be a logical pick.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
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None of this has to be fully rational.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Does any of this make any sense in a rational world?—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The union also wants to ensure that workers have a reasonable amount of overtime, mandatory overtime and on-call hours, Beck said.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Its reasonable prices combined with the speedy, mobile-friendly claims process make this brand an excellent option for many travelers.—
Liz Knueven,Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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In this ultra-cold, coherent state, the atoms are expected to undergo radioactive decay in sync rather than randomly.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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Some security experts say Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia is likely a flag of convenience rather than a coherent group, and its claims should be treated with caution.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2026
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But patient privacy concerns are valid, the doctors say.—
Michal Ruprecht,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Even if your child doesn’t fall into that birth window, any kid under 18 with a valid Social Security number can have an account opened for them.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
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Lemon Poppyseed Muffins Trader Joe’s muffins have a good reputation—and for good reason.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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And the rigmarole of international travel is a very good reason.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Beets and garlic have similar care requirements, so keeping them together in the garden is not only easy but sensible.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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So using his two top 10 picks on a defensive standout and an offensive lineman feels like a sensible approach.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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