rationalize

Example Sentences

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If it’s just in your head, it’s too easy to rationalize exceptions.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026

Dahlia Lithwick: There is a very human propensity, especially in times of crisis, to normalize and rationalize and temporize.

From Slate • Dec. 17, 2025

In contrast, Netflix has nothing comparable to Warner’s studio infrastructure to protect and no redundant operations to rationalize.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025

“We cannot rationalize why Palantir is the most expensive name in our software coverage,” analysts wrote.

From Barron's • Oct. 28, 2025

I rationalize that none of the physical things matter so much.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak