reason why

NOUN

incentive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

encouragement enticement impetus motivation reason stimulus

STRONG

allurement bait carrot catalyst come on consideration determinant drive excuse exhortation goad ground impulse incitement influence insistence inspiration instigation motive persuasion provocation purpose rationale spring spur stimulant stimulation temptation urge whip

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discouragement hindrance

STRONG

deterrent dislike prevention

WEAK

block turnoff

NOUN

raison d'être

Synonyms

WEAK

basis justification for existing rationale reason for existing

Example Sentences

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“There is no reason why we cannot reach a resolution to this fight quickly.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

"There's no reason why Hearts can't win the title," he said on Sportscene.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The reason why I love going there is because of the view.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

But there’s no inherent reason why patients need to disproportionately shoulder those costs.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

“No it’s not. If you are just watching a movie, there’s no reason why the kids can’t tag along. I’m sure your friends will understand. End of story.”

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen

reason why

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