reasoned

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"We reasoned that rare variants can sometimes be traced back to specific ancestral populations, and could be informative in revealing fine-scale migration patterns within Japan," Terao said.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Since California had legalized the procedure decades earlier, Seymour reasoned that he should respect women’s choices.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

It promotes deliberation and reasoned decision-making resulting in lengthy opinions that explain the justices’ rationale and provide guidance for lower courts in future cases.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

He reasoned that the FDA didn’t have adequate data about adverse events or the safety of telehealth when writing the current rules on mifepristone.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

If Javier didn’t like you at all, he reasoned with himself, why would he be so excited to have you over?

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro