rationalizing

[US]/[ˈræʃənəˌlaɪzɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈræʃənəˌlaɪzɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To offer reasons to justify or excuse an action, decision, or feeling.; To make something more efficient or logical.
v. (mathematics)To reduce an expression to a simpler form.
adj.Based on or using reason.

Phrases & Collocations

rationalizing behavior

rationalizing decisions

rationalizing process

rationalizing actions

rationalizing their actions

rationalizing something

rationalizing away

rationalizing the situation

rationalizing it

rationalizing failure

Example Sentences

he was rationalizing his decision to quit his job.

the company is rationalizing its product line to focus on key areas.

she spent hours rationalizing why she should buy the expensive shoes.

the manager is rationalizing the workflow to improve efficiency.

don't waste time rationalizing your mistakes; learn from them.

the accountant is rationalizing the expenses to stay within budget.

it's important to avoid rationalizing unethical behavior.

the team needs to rationalize their approach to the project.

he was rationalizing his actions, claiming it was necessary.

the government is rationalizing the tax system for economic growth.

she tried rationalizing her late arrival with a complicated story.

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