Examples of reasoning in a Sentence
Could you explain your reasoning?
They told everyone the reasoning behind the decision.
a conclusion based on fallacious reasoning
Humans possess the power of reasoning.
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The administration’s reasoning has not always been clear, but several high-profile cases have involved pulling visas and looking to deport students who were involved in last year’s pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus.
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Jason Andersen, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Graterol is on the injured list and has not played this season, so perhaps that was his reasoning.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The administration’s reasoning has not always been clear, but several high-profile cases have involved pulling visas and looking to deport students who were involved in last year’s pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus.
—Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 7 Apr. 2025
Keeping the First Birthday Simple Sidibe is skipping the Pinterest-perfect first birthday party for her twins—and in an age of balloon arches, custom smash cakes, and venues with waitlists, her reasoning is kind of refreshing.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 7 Apr. 2025
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“Reasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reasoning. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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