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
Rather than the effect of individual or institutional actions, gentrification is a logical consequence of a system in which real estate is viewed as an unrestrained commodity.
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Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2025
The most logical position from which the Saints might launch a return to respectability is offensive tackle.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
Searching for a logical progression from The Office and like-minded comedies, so far The Paper has come up with a strange, often funny hybrid, with characters experiencing Parks and Rec idealism and Office-style fluorescent-light tedium simultaneously and sometimes incoherently.
—Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
Without a body to put to rest, even when there is no other logical conclusion than death, people can imagine and cling to the most improbable of alternatives.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
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Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2025
The most logical position from which the Saints might launch a return to respectability is offensive tackle.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
Searching for a logical progression from The Office and like-minded comedies, so far The Paper has come up with a strange, often funny hybrid, with characters experiencing Parks and Rec idealism and Office-style fluorescent-light tedium simultaneously and sometimes incoherently.
—Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
Without a body to put to rest, even when there is no other logical conclusion than death, people can imagine and cling to the most improbable of alternatives.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for logical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
Adjective
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Even investors who pride themselves on rational decisions know that fear, excitement or uncertainty can often enter the picture.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
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Even in situations where logic seems to provide you a clear answer, what seems rational may not always feel right or make sense for you personally.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The most successful organizations will be those that leverage AI to eliminate mundane tasks, allowing employees to focus on high-value creative and strategic work within reasonable timeframes.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The reasonable monthlies, at $822, get you a bike room, in-building laundry, and a storage unit.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Rather than advocating a one-size-fits-all, outdated approach to leadership, Hinson is helping executives expand their leadership impact by using their own coherent leadership approach, rather than following outdated leadership rules.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The wisest people can narrate their entire life — mistakes included — as a coherent whole.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The lockdown was later lifted, but the university said access to campus would remain restricted to students, faculty, and staff with a valid school ID as local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies continued to investigate the threat.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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But that valid concern cannot become a shield used to deflect from real and rising threats.—
Andrew Weinstein,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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And any sensible apple grower in Ontario knew their cash crop would be the McIntosh.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
12 Sep. 2025
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Many states take sensible steps—background checks, extreme risk protection orders, and safe storage laws—all policies that help reduce gun crime and gun deaths.—
Gabby Giffords,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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The extra point was good but there was a holding penalty on the Rebels.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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After 10 tumultuous years with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Kadri delivered his best campaign with the Colorado Avalanche in 2021-22, posting 89 points in the regular season and finishing by hoisting the Stanley Cup.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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