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rationale

[rash-uh-nal] / ˌræʃ əˈnæl /


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Instead, they strengthen the rationale for studying whether restoring melatonin signaling could help reduce some of the biological effects of long-term night work.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

“In terms of our rationale, it’s in part because the state has identified this as a must-complete project for helping California meet its climate and energy goals,” Cate said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

When Doku joined City, part of the rationale was to utilise him on the right wing - a position he played at Rennes more often than he has in Manchester.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Her rationale is that it puts brands back in the driver’s seat.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

The other rationale is that Toni Morrison’s is an adjective, and pronouns must refer back to nouns.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker




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