rationale
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Now that he’s focusing entirely on the rationale of keeping Iran from going nuclear, it’s clear that this isn’t a good reason either—he has in fact admitted as much.
From Slate • May 18, 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
If there was a rationale behind the assignments, Shin never understood it.
From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden
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