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The phrase "it stands to reason" is grammatically correct and is commonly used in written English.
It is typically used to indicate that something is logical or likely to be true based on common sense or reason. Example: It stands to reason that if you study hard for the exam, you will do well.
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So does it stand to reason that Bangalees should have emigrated to Assam?
Doesn't it stand to reason that children can also be influenced by panicked parents and aggressive or poorly trained investigators?
Might it stand to reason, then, that the very best butcher is one who will go so far as to actually cook it for you?
But if you're saying that a lot of funding is coming from private firms whose best economic incentive lies in putting up tall buildings, then wouldn't it stand to reason that most of these buildings are going to be tall?
The young Americans tied Cuba, 1-1, but if "the Cubans danced and celebrated what seemed like a victory to them," wouldn't it stand to reason that it was a defeat for the United States?
"And I really left those experiences thinking: OK, if these two guys could have a change of heart, doesn't it stand to reason that the average white person could make a few changes for the better?" If that makes her sound like a modern-day Pollyanna, it shouldn't; and her mailbag and Twitter feed are enough to let her know that not everyone agrees with her.
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