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Rationalise Away

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Rationalise Away is a phrasal verb commonly used to refer to the act of justifying or explaining away something in a logical manner, often to make it seem less significant or undesirable. It involves using reasoning or rationalization to minimize the importance or impact of a particular issue or decision.

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Sample Sentences:

1. She tried to rationalise away her excessive spending by convincing herself that she deserved those luxuries.
2. He always tries to rationalise away his shortcomings instead of confronting them.
3. When faced with criticism, some people tend to rationalise away their mistakes, rather than accepting responsibility.
4. Politicians often use clever rhetoric to rationalise away their controversial decisions.
5. It is essential not to rationalise away the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet.