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
If bigger and better opportunities come along, striking while the iron is hot is a logical course of action, even when moves sometimes appear to make more sense for financial reasons than footballing ones and forsaking the comfort of operating in a stable environment.
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Even if the Broncos trust Dobbins to become durable, picking his successor is logical.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Considering that, Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport chose the New England Patriots as a logical trade destination.
—Ernesto Cova, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
The two possible realities suggest very different logical paths for oil prices.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 27 Mar. 2026
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Even if the Broncos trust Dobbins to become durable, picking his successor is logical.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
Considering that, Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport chose the New England Patriots as a logical trade destination.
—Ernesto Cova, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
The two possible realities suggest very different logical paths for oil prices.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 27 Mar. 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
Adjective
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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
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The task of Survivor story producers and editors requires making tough choices in order to condense 26 days of content into 13 episodes while telling a coherent story about the handful of players who make it to the end.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
1 Apr. 2026
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Far from exhibiting a coherent or consistent set of values, carnival has been co-opted by—and used to promote the philosophies of—various movements, from the Protestant Reformation to National Socialism.—
Tim Brinkhof,
JSTOR Daily,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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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The waiver will remain valid for up to three years, but Licata plans to pursue his Texas certification before that, Geren said.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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The remaining provisions of these Official Rules will continue to be valid and enforceable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Big horizons meet daily realities as the instinctive Moon explores your pensive 9th house and squares Jupiter in your sensible 6th house.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Scientifically speaking, the most sensible thing is to conduct further research to investigate the extent to which a factor such as gender influences efficacy and whether there may be other influencing factors.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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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 5 Apr. 2026.
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