stand to reason

it stands to reason

It is the logical conclusion (that something is the case). It stands to reason that if you don't study, you won't do well on the test.
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stand to reason

To be a logical or reasonable conclusion or deduction. Given the pace we've been keeping so far, it stands to reason that we'll be able to finish in about three months. Well, it stood to reason that you'd come here after work, so I thought I'd surprise you.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

It (only) stands to reason.

It is only reasonable to hold a certain opinion. It stands to reason that most people will not buy a new car if they don't think they can pay for it. I think he will come back to pick up his check. It only stands to reason.
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stand to reason

to seem reasonable. It stands to reason that it'll be colder in January than it is in November. It stands to reason that Bill left in a hurry, although no one saw him go.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

it stands to reason

It's reasonable or to be expected. For example, It stands to reason that if we leave late we'll arrive late. [Early 1600s]
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stand to reason

Be logical or rational, as in It stands to reason that if you don't like hot weather you shouldn't move to Florida. [Early 1600s]
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

(it) stands to reason

it is obvious or logical.
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Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

it ˌstands to ˈreason (that...)

(informal) it is quite clear, obvious or easy to understand: It stands to reason that the less you eat, the thinner you get.
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Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

stand to reason

To be consistent with reason: It stands to reason that if we leave late, we will arrive late.
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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • it stands to reason
  • in reason
  • within reason
  • reason (something) out
  • reason out
  • reasoning
  • all the more reason to (do something)
  • stands to reason
  • all the more reason for
  • all the more reason for (doing something)
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It would stand to reason that Mexican-Americans, so different from other immigrant groups, should encounter greater difficulties and pose greater problems.
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If, through our thoughts, we can create negative physiological responses in our body, doesn't it stand to reason that we can likew ise direct our thoughts to increase our performance?
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