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use rational thought

[juːz ˈræʃənəl θɔːt]
verb phrase
usar o pensamento racional
1. to apply logical reasoning and sound judgment to analyze or solve a problem
When faced with difficult decisions, it's important to use rational thought rather than emotions.
Quando enfrentado com decisões difíceis, é importante usar o pensamento racional em vez de emoções.
2. to engage the mind in systematic and objective analysis
She decided to use rational thought to evaluate the pros and cons of the job offer.
Ela decidiu usar o pensamento racional para avaliar os prós e contras da oferta de emprego.
NYC Slang
use your head / think straight
Synonyms
think logicallyreason objectivelyapply logicthink criticallyuse logic
Antonyms
act on impulsefollow emotionact irrationallymake emotional decisions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
usar o pensamento racional
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
usar a razão
more concise, commonly used in urban contexts
Portugal
usar o pensamento racional
formal and standard usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a cool head
put on your thinking cap
use your head
exercise common sense
think things through
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