phrase. If you say it stands to reason that something is true or likely to happen, you mean that it is obvious. It stands to reason that if you are considerate and friendly to people you will get a lot more back.
How do you say it stands to reason?
standing to reason
- acceptable.
- cheap.
- equitable.
- fair.
- feasible.
- honest.
- humane.
- impartial.
How do you use 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.
