logical
adjective
log·i·cal
ˈlä-ji-kəl 
1
2
: capable of reasoning or of using reason in an orderly cogent fashion
a logical thinker
Examples of logical in a Sentence
Since she helped us before, it's logical to assume that she'll help us again.
He seems to be a logical choice for the job.
She wasn't able to give me a logical explanation for her behavior.
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Therefore, the logical starting point might be to first to prop this thing at least back up to respectability.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 May 2025
The summary organized my thoughts in a logical order.
—PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
These differences included areas responsible for executive functions like logical reasoning, as well as managing emotions.
—Alice Park, Time, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for logical
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/logical. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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logical
adjective
log·i·cal
ˈläj-i-kəl
1
: of or relating to logic : used in logic
2
: according to the rules of logic
a logical argument
3
: skilled in logic
a logical thinker
4
: being in agreement with what may be reasonably expected
a logical result of an action
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