1
as in logical
according to the rules of logic
your argument isn't valid because you're taking what should be the conclusion and using it as a premise
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2
as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
only further investigation will show whether your theory is valid
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Recent Examples of valid
Opinions were mixed over whether or not the OP’s feelings are valid.
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Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 June 2025
The advisory is valid from 10 p.m. until Wednesday, May. 28 at 2 a.m.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 31 May 2025
On Friday at 12:27 p.m. a red flag warning was issued by the NWS Reno NV valid from Saturday 11 a.m. until Sunday 11 p.m. for Southern Mono County.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
According to the airline, this sale is valid on flights departing between Aug. 1 and Sept. 30, 2025.
—Andrew Kunesh, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2025
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Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 June 2025
The advisory is valid from 10 p.m. until Wednesday, May. 28 at 2 a.m.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 31 May 2025
On Friday at 12:27 p.m. a red flag warning was issued by the NWS Reno NV valid from Saturday 11 a.m. until Sunday 11 p.m. for Southern Mono County.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
According to the airline, this sale is valid on flights departing between Aug. 1 and Sept. 30, 2025.
—Andrew Kunesh, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for valid
Adjective
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But there’s little logical argument for keeping him on.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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This is a logical form of thinking in the sense that AGI as an intellectual mechanism would be unable to compete in jobs that involve hands-on work.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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LPs expect distributions within a reasonable timeframe.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Florida's attorney general can collect civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs, while minors can also pursue up to $10,000 in damages.—
Chloe Albanesius,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Create a coherent narrative showing your evolution.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Having those two positions secured gives the Patriots a chance to implement a coherent vision for the long term.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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This may be a financially rational move, but also a negative signal to shareholders looking for leverage.—
Alexander S. Blume,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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But the over-the-top operation in South Park generated a nationwide debate, not all of it rational, and a unified response of condemnation from San Diego Democratic leaders, including four members of the local congressional delegation.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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As good as Trachtenberg is at keeping secrets, this particular one seems unlikely.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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That never was a sensible move for fiscal and other reasons.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
3 June 2025
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If only Larry Hogan had been prescient enough to choose a successor who would have continued his sensible moderate policies under eight more years of Republican rule.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
1 June 2025
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“Valid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/valid. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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