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we rationale that
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "we rationale that" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct term would be "we rationalize that," which is used to explain or justify a decision or belief. Example: "After reviewing the data, we rationalize that our approach will yield better results in the long run."
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We rationale that for the majority of functional connectivity analysis (e.g., seed-based connectivity analysis), in addition to the slice-time correction, motion correction, and normalization, filtering and regressing out covariates (such as six motion parameters, white matter signal, and CSF signal) are also essential during data preprocessing [ 40].
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Similar Expressions
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Here we provide a biological rationale that considers cellular crowding effects.
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By combining these experimental data with modeling studies, we have proposed a rationale that explains the impacts of the most useful mutations.
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We used a surface area rationale that assumed the progression rates for SSBE was half of that for LSBE, or at a 1∶2 ratio because of the limited data in the existing literature regarding cancer progression in SSBE [13].
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The majority of study participants were Protestant, but "we found rationales that were both accepting of death or fighting against it," Dr. Torke said.
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Furthermore, we put forward some specific research questions about design rationale that could be further investigated to benefit industry practice.
"We reject the rationale that musicians should accept unfair treatment in exchange for 'exposure' and 'publicity,"' reads the email message.
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If we apply the rationale that all these features should be treated as units of equal value, then some species (those that are phylogenetically distinctive; see below) will make larger contributions to the overall feature diversity represented by a set of species.
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Lastly, we examined the rationale that cloning directly in yeast allows inclusion of unstable clones, particularly those that encode fusions that are growth inhibitory because of inappropriate expression in E. coli.
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In the first part of this section, we describe the rationale that guided the selection of 3 of these predictor variables (Visual Complexity, Specific Semantic Features, and Action Features); next, we describe how the individual predictor variables were obtained.
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Now that's a rationale that should get their attention.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use the correct and more common phrase "our rationale is that" or the verb-based phrase "we reason that" to clearly express your reasoning.
Common error
Avoid using "rationale" as a verb. It is primarily a noun. Instead, use verbs like "rationalize", "reason", or rephrase to use the noun "rationale" correctly as in "our rationale is that..."
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "we rationale that" attempts to express a justification or underlying reason. However, it is grammatically incorrect because "rationale" is a noun, not a verb. As Ludwig AI points out, the standard English does not support this construction.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "we rationale that" is grammatically incorrect. "Rationale" is a noun, and should not be used as a verb. As Ludwig AI highlights, better alternatives include "we reason that" or "our rationale is that". While the intention is to provide a justification or explanation, the phrasing does not adhere to standard English grammar. Though examples exist across both scientific and news sources, the incorrect grammar makes its usage inadvisable. Ensure clarity and correctness by using grammatically sound alternatives.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
our rationale is that
Uses the noun form "rationale" correctly to indicate the underlying reason or explanation.
we reason that
Uses a more common verb, "reason", to express the act of logical deduction.
we conclude that
Indicates a formal deduction or judgment based on available information.
our reasoning is that
Shifts the focus to the 'reasoning' itself as the subject.
we justify that
Emphasizes the act of providing justification for a particular action or decision.
the basis for our claim is that
Presents a more formal and explicit explanation of the foundation for a statement.
we posit that
Offers a more academic and formal way of stating a hypothesis or theory.
we hypothesize that
Expresses a tentative explanation or prediction that is subject to testing.
we infer that
Indicates a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.
we believe that
Expresses a belief or opinion without necessarily providing a detailed justification.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "rationale" in a sentence?
What can I say instead of "we rationale that"?
Instead of "we rationale that", you can say "we "reason that"", "we "conclude that"", or "our "rationale is that"" depending on the context.
Is "we rationale that" grammatically correct?
No, "we rationale that" is not grammatically correct. "Rationale" is a noun, not a verb. You should use a verb like "reason" or "rationalize" instead.
What's the difference between "we reason that" and "our rationale is that"?
"We "reason that"" expresses the act of reasoning or drawing a conclusion. "Our "rationale is that"" states the underlying reason or justification for something.
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