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rational

[rash-uh-nl, rash-nl] / ˈræʃ ə nl, ˈræʃ nl /


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Let’s be real, rational thought portends the obvious: It’s a wrap.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Moreover, anecdotes are not systematic data, and people vote and make political decisions for a range of reasons, including emotions and principles, that are not purely material or rational.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

So an amoral but rational actor would avoid charging too much, and would avoid shutting down the strait altogether.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

Lewis admitted some of the witness stories were compelling and "would have an effect" on him as he pondered them before his rational self took over.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

In my rational mind I knew they wouldn’t let me drown, so I plucked up my courage and gave it another try.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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