reason
Example Sentences
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While worries about the tax prep business’s long-term viability are real, there’s reason to believe investors may be overreacting.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
This reflects the entrepreneurial spirit at its best—human creativity cooperating with the gifts of reason and invention.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
He says his his lower wages could be a reason why the IRS hasn’t come after him.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
"All the stars aligned that morning. But Hollie is the reason I'm still here."
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
“I’m sorry you saw that list. It wasn’t the reason I kissed you. I didn’t mean it when I wrote ‘ew.’
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.