rationale
Example Sentences
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The rationale is understandable given the current febrile markets, they say.
The rationale behind merging two very different companies has been the subject of intense discussion among people close to SpaceX.
The rationale suggests many Bitcoin ETF investors might be long-term holders determined to ride out the market’s ups and downs, while overall damage to individual portfolios will be small.
From Barron's
The rationale of requiring an appraisal for donated property worth more than $5,000 is a sound one given the federal government’s goal of filling its coffers.
Every candidate enters a contest with a backstory and a record, which is condensed to a summary that serves as calling card, strategic foundation and a rationale for their run.
From Los Angeles Times
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