as in logical
according to the rules of logic
counsel for the defense presented a well-grounded case for acquittal
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Recent Examples of well-grounded
Their fears were well-grounded, as the Saudi regime isn’t hard to provoke.
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Madawi Al-Rasheed, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2019
His optimism may be well-grounded, though Anthony Lanier,while talking to a prospective tenant, still hasn’t replaced the law firm that a year ago emptied his glass high-rise on Pennsylvania Avenue, two blocks from the White House.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024
Madawi Al-Rasheed, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2019
His optimism may be well-grounded, though Anthony Lanier,while talking to a prospective tenant, still hasn’t replaced the law firm that a year ago emptied his glass high-rise on Pennsylvania Avenue, two blocks from the White House.
—Paul Schwartzman, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-grounded
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The problem — and hardly an insignificant one — is that however funny comedian Jillian Bell’s directorial debut can be in the moment, none of it makes the slightest logical sense.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2025
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Such a partnership could be seen as a logical next step to the role Noah Horowitz played during his sojourn at the auction house.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Even when the accusations are unfounded, even when the risks are small, the mere possibility of being a sucker can be psychologically potent enough to undermine a rational preference for cooperation.—
Tess Wilkinson-Ryan,
TIME,
18 Mar. 2025
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This all points to a more rational, less economically harmful climate policy, but, as always, there’s going to be litigation.—
The Editors,
National Review,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The failure of Democrats to coalesce behind a coherent strategy against Trump's blizzard of controversial policies was on display during his address to a Joint Session of Congress last week.—
Susan Page,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
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Bo Hines, Executive Director of the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets, will facilitate dialogue aimed at developing coherent policy strategies and actionable recommendations.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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In addition, corporations have to determine what a reasonable wage is, which typically requires the help of an accountant.—
Vlad Rusz,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Otherwise, the Bruins could try to get something reasonable in return on the open market.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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West, in the interview with The New Republic, disputed the merits of his suspension, saying his methods are valid because other people have used them.—
Richard A. Webster,
ProPublica,
11 Mar. 2025
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On Monday at 4:31 a.m. a high wind watch was issued by the NWS Hanford CA valid from Wednesday 11 a.m. until Friday 5 p.m.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And snood size is the quickest, easiest way for a hen to gauge whether the gobbler strutting his stuff in front of her is a good genetic candidate for her future poults.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
21 Mar. 2025
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The city of Providence continues to be good to Pitino, who famously led Providence College to the Final Four in 1987 toward the beginning of his storied career.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Mar. 2025
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The microphone jack is located on the rear, just behind the hot shoe, a good move as this is the most sensible place to mount a mic or wireless transceiver.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
12 Mar. 2025
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Multiple sets are repurposed to serve as different locations — again, a financially sensible decision that also carries deep emotional resonance.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Well-grounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-grounded. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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