by reason
Example Sentences
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They have “the right to own, use, develop and control the lands, territories and resources that they possess by reason of traditional ownership or other traditional occupation or use.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026
If Reiner is found not guilty by reason of insanity then he would likely be committed to a mental health facility.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026
The stoics tell us the universe is operated by reason and logic, and it takes emotional control to understand this fact.
From Salon • Jan. 2, 2026
Her lawyers had argued she was not guilty by reason of insanity and that the death of her husband in 2017 sent her into a depressive spiral.
From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025
The Pharaoh died, says Exodus, and the children of Israel sighed by reason of their bondage.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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