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line of reasoning

NOUN
argument
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assertion case claim contention debate discussion exchange logic plea questioning reason reasoning
STRONG
argumentation defense expostulation grounds pleading polemic proof remonstrance remonstration
NOUN
argumentation
Synonyms
STRONG
argument case debate discussion disputation

Example Sentences

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“For Want of a Horse” inadvertently lends legitimacy to this line of reasoning.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Given that this line of reasoning contributes to massive consequences for millions of people, how do we decide who exactly gets to live there?

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2026

That line of reasoning didn’t appear to fully satisfy the court.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

This is a completely bogus line of reasoning.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 18, 2025

Their line of reasoning boils down to this: England must fight, struggle and sacrifice its sons to liberate Holland and the other occupied countries.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank