within reason

within reason

Within a logical or sensible scope of action. I plan to do everything I can to get this job—within reason, of course.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

within reason

reasonable; reasonably. You can do anything you want within reason. I'll pay any sum you ask—within reason.
See also: reason, within
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

within ˈreason

on the condition that it is sensible or reasonable: She wanted it repaired immediately and said she would pay whatever we asked, within reason.
See also: reason, within
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

within reason

Within the bounds of good sense or practicality.
See also: reason, within
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • in reason
  • it stands to reason
  • stand to reason
  • all the more reason to (do something)
  • all the more reason for
  • all the more reason for (doing something)
  • there is reason in the roasting of eggs
  • reason
  • no earthly reason
  • être
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Within reason I will try and reproduce any design that the customer wants so that they can create something that is different and special to them and for that special someone".
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I've had a little Suzuki Ignis 4-Grip this week, which weighs in at just under pounds 9,000, and within reason is a genuine go-anywhere vehicle.
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There was much debate at the World Greyhound Conference yesterday about greyhounds being run too much but El Hombre is an example of what a fit animal is capable of - they are born to race, so race them within reason.
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The court was told that even though residents could consume alcohol within reason, staff found four empty beer cans in their room and made notes to discuss the matter with Mikael's parents the next day.
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Coun Smith said: "We want to hear of any complaints or concerns, within reason."
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"We try and do everything within reason and not over step the mark.
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"As we grow, I see us negotiating special terms for parts and services to help keep the cost of running a bike within reason."
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"They can listen to music and read just about any book they want, and they can choose the movies they want to see, within reason.
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There is nothing wrong in providing keep-fit equipment for prisoners, but within reason. Many decent, law-abiding people would like to go to the gym or play golf but cannot afford to.
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Why not agree in your own mind that his need to be out birdwatching is important to him and he deserves the time to do this, within reason?
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NEWS that random drink and drug tests in the workplace are to be introduced has to be welcomed - but within reason.
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The Lions hit back by claiming he had twice asked for a transfer, but they are willing to talk about a new contract as long as the 24-year-old keeps his wage demands within reason.
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Unison branch secretary Angela Lynes said: "Staff should be able to make personal calls within reason."
Net closes at council