rationale

Example Sentences

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That rationale relies on a first-order analysis that ignores the structural realities of modern, interconnected supply chains.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

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

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

But while they have similar names, they aren’t created equal—and the differences could undermine your investment rationale or saddle your portfolio with greater risk than you want.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Finally, Terryl came to the rationale she felt inside so personally, so deeply, the reason that, if nothing else, was her best bet at swaying women to act.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel