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rationale

 
 
/ˌræʃəˈnɑːl/ US   /ˌræʃəˈnæl/ noun [C, usually singular]

Definition

the set of reasons that are given to explain a particular decision, action, etc.: We have spoken to shareholders to explain the rationale behind our bid.the rationale for sth/doing sth This data can be abused by insurance companies seeking any rationale for charging higher rates.
(Definition of rationale noun from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
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