plausible explanation

Examples (10)

• The detective needed a plausible explanation for the missing evidence.
• She offered a plausible explanation for her sudden change of plans, citing a family emergency.
• Scientists are still searching for a plausible explanation for the mysterious signal from space.
• Although his story sounded strange, it was the only plausible explanation we had at the time.
• To avoid suspicion, he quickly invented a plausible explanation for being in the restricted area.
• The committee rejected the report because it lacked a plausible explanation for the budget overrun.
• Can you think of any plausible explanation as to why the power went out so suddenly?
• The most plausible explanation for the crop circles was that they were a clever hoax.
• A good journalist must evaluate every source to find the most plausible explanation of events.
• We were not convinced by his story, but we couldn't think of an alternative plausible explanation.