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as in intelligent
having the ability to reason
human beings are rational creatures
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as in logical
according to the rules of logic
insisted there was a rational explanation for the strange creaking noises and that there were no such things as ghosts
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as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information
betting all of your savings on the lottery is not a rational move
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Recent Examples of rational
Our only hope is that rational Republicans will refuse to to confirm him for the office.
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Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
In a rational world, this idea would have been consigned to the dumpster long ago, and forever.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
That in my mind is the ultimate value of a brand creating emotional connections with consumers that transcend, rational ways of thinking.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
But the curve also has a second family of rational points.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 11 Nov. 2024
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Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
In a rational world, this idea would have been consigned to the dumpster long ago, and forever.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
That in my mind is the ultimate value of a brand creating emotional connections with consumers that transcend, rational ways of thinking.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
But the curve also has a second family of rational points.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 11 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for rational
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rational
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Together, these advanced AI platforms democratize technological innovation, enabling employees to leverage intelligent tools without extensive technical expertise.Dean DeBiase, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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The kids fall into familiar types: The rebellious and clever girl, Fern (Ryan Kiera Armstrong); the intelligent skeptic, KB (Kyriana Kratter); the adventurous boy lacking forethought, Wim (Ravi Cabot-Conyers); and the comic relief, alien Neel (Robert Timothy Smith).Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
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Translated, the deficits and debt have always been a logical effect of too much tax revenue in the present and the expectation of much more in the future.John Tamny, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Never mind that the big shock is silly, sensationalistic, and riddled with logical errors.Graham Hillard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
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Give yourself 24 hours to complete and publish a project — or a similarly reasonable timetable depending on the size of the task.Amy Landino, Contributor, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
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What about interacting via keyboard with generative AI? Mull that over and decide if that’s a reasonable act or an outrageously off-the-mark act.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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This approach should include: Unified Data Infrastructure: Providing coherent access to data across diverse locations without relying on outdated monolithic data lakes.Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The evaluation of Harris’s loss was also varied and pointed to issues like her inability to distance herself from Joe Biden or to articulate a coherent economic vision for the future.Mordechai Gordon, Hartford Courant, 12 Nov. 2024
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Nibert loved the free-thinking spirit of the village and its college.Keith BieryGolick, Cincinnati.com, 28 Aug. 2019
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Credit Gus Malzahn for being proactive and thinking long-term in choosing his starting quarterback.Creg Stephenson | cstephenson@al.com, al, 22 Aug. 2019
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But the overall point is valid, looks like suboptimal surgery.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The prosecution, in turn, said passengers’ fear of Neely was valid but that Penny did not need to use deadly physical force to address it – or subdue the unarmed Neely once everyone was off the train.Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
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Albert is an adult — which may not be so entertaining on a night out, but seems the more logical choice for a sensible person like Charlotte.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Japanese Honda brand, known historically for its sensible and efficient sedans and SUVs is focusing its efforts on off-roading capable models with the debut of its new Passport TrailSport and launch of the Pilot TrailSport.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Rational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rational. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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