solid reason
[ˈsɒlɪd ˈriːzən]
noun phrasepl: solid reasons
razão sólida
1. a strong, well-founded, and convincing justification or cause for something
There is a solid reason to believe the project will succeed.
Há uma razão sólida para acreditar que o projeto terá sucesso.
2. a logical and substantiated basis for a decision, opinion, or action
She had solid reasons for leaving her job.
Ela tinha razões sólidas para deixar seu emprego.
3. factual evidence or proof that supports a claim or argument
The court demanded solid reasons for the defendant's absence.
O tribunal exigiu razões sólidas para a ausência do réu.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'solid reason' is commonly used in professional, legal, and academic discourse to convey reliability and credibility. In Brazil, it may be paired with verbs like 'ter' (to have) or 'apresentar' (to present), while in the USA it's frequently used in business arguments and legal proceedings. The phrase carries weight in formal decision-making processes across both cultures.
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