rationale
definitions
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noun
the underlying reason or justification for a decision or actionen: the underlying reason or justification for a decision or action
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noun
a systematic explanation of the principles behind a theory or practiceen: a systematic explanation of the principles behind a theory or practice
examples
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The rationale for the policy is unclear.
The rationale for the policy is unclear.
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The rationale behind the new curriculum is sound.
The rationale behind the new curriculum is sound.