have a reason

Frequency: 9.8150.0 per million words

To possess a motive or justification for an action.

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Examples (10)

  • I don't know why he did that, but I'm sure he had his reasons.
  • I have no reason to believe that she was lying to me.
  • She must have a good reason for being late.
  • Do you have any reason to doubt his honesty?
  • We had no reason to expect such a sudden change.
  • He always seems to have a valid reason for his decisions.
  • There's no way she would do that without having a strong reason.
  • They have every reason to celebrate their success.
  • If you have a specific reason, please state it.
  • I don't have a single reason to complain.