as in credible
worthy of being accepted as true or reasonable
it's a plausible explanation for the demise of that prehistoric species
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Recent Examples of plausible
And longer-term relationships are starting to seem plausible.
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Paul Bloom, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
Reversing time is almost plausible in comparison, and definitely less sinister.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 10 July 2025
Ringer said the most plausible explanation for Grok’s search for Musk’s guidance is assuming the person is asking for the opinions of xAI or Musk.
—Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
For a multitude of plausible technical reasons, the AI could readily emit a statement or piece of advice that lacks any semblance of common sense and goes entirely out of bounds.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for plausible
Paul Bloom, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
Reversing time is almost plausible in comparison, and definitely less sinister.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 10 July 2025
Ringer said the most plausible explanation for Grok’s search for Musk’s guidance is assuming the person is asking for the opinions of xAI or Musk.
—Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
For a multitude of plausible technical reasons, the AI could readily emit a statement or piece of advice that lacks any semblance of common sense and goes entirely out of bounds.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for plausible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plausible
Adjective
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The Committee received credible evidence that a number of states have engaged in acts of transnational repression on U.K. soil.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Faced with this predicament, as well as pressure from the Biden administration to allow more aid, Israel had several credible options for providing humanitarian assistance.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Mabrey is probable to return in Connecticut’s first game since the break against the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday night.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
23 July 2025
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Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch) are probable.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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That would be possible because access from Lincoln Memorial Drive to and from I-794 would be shifted southward.—
Tom Daykin,
jsonline.com,
29 July 2025
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However, small hail and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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The Sirens is a compelling mix of contemporary, historical, and speculative fiction told through multiple points of view, mysterious dreams, and magical revelations.—
Kalie Cassidy
July 25,
Literary Hub,
25 July 2025
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For example, an account director at an ad agency who feels valued at work is more likely to have a positive experience with a client and generate more compelling work for that client, thus resulting in that client staying with that agency long term.—
Greg Dolan,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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“Plausible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plausible. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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