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reason

Prononciation : [/ˈɹiːzn̩/]

Mot

Contexte : « thought »

(noun) something that explains why something is the way it is or why someone does something. It's like giving a good answer to a 'why' question.

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She had a good reason for being late; her car broke down.

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He couldn't think of a reason why he should go to the party.

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What's the reason for your decision?

Contexte : « explanation »

(verb) to think about and explain why something happens or why someone does something. It's like trying to find an answer for a 'why' question.

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She reasoned that the best option was to wait and see what happens.

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He couldn't reason why his friend was acting that way.

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Can you reason why she made that choice?

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