reason
noun
a basis or cause, as for some belief, action, fact, event, etc..
reasons
Example Sentences
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Harbaugh added that offensive lineman Branson Taylor and fullback/defensive lineman Scott Matlock, who were placed on injured reserve for undisclosed reasons before Week 1, have a “good chance” to open their practice windows this week.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
The analysts say the deal is positive for a number of reasons, including that it limits market and service disruption for customers, and avoids Openreach revenue and line losses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Erin Velez, the vice president of research at IHEP, said there are reasons besides earnings why students might want to go to college.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026
Claims can be closed without payment for many reasons, including fraud and losses not covered by the policy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Against the odds, and for reasons I don’t even understand.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
